Latest media releases from the PSA.
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Mental health funding increase welcome, but New Zealand needs deeper change
10 Sep 2019
The Public Service Association welcomes the government’s decision to inject millions of dollars into frontline mental health services. Read more -
Everyone in Dunedin will benefit from a Living Wage
02 Sep 2019
Dunedin City Council staff and contractors are celebrating the Council’s accreditation as a Living Wage Employer. Read more -
Community social services workers call for equal pay
29 Aug 2019
Staff at prominent not-for-profit organisations say they are paid less than they deserve because they are mostly women. Read more -
More support needed for workplace breastfeeding and childcare
23 Aug 2019
Heart-warming images of House Speaker Trevor Mallard cradling a baby in Parliament have been welcomed around New Zealand, but the Public Service Association warns most families... Read more -
Public servants deserve a safe working environment
21 Aug 2019
The Public Service Association welcomes the introduction of workplace standards by the State Services Commission that make it clear public services should expect positive and safe... Read more -
Govt must deliver equal pay for working women
21 Aug 2019
Labour market data released by Statistics New Zealand today indicates that a gender pay gap persists in New Zealand, despite improvement in some areas. Read more -
Government support for homeless a welcome step in the right direction
19 Aug 2019
Staff at the Ministry of Social Development say they are enthusiastic about the government’s $54 million investment in housing the homeless, with many describing it as... Read more -
Accountability is a core principle of public service
13 Aug 2019
The Public Service Association regrets that problems with the 2018 census have led to the resignation of Stats NZ Chief Executive Liz MacPherson. Read more -
Education reform must prioritise the needs of staff and learners
07 Aug 2019
The Public Service Association welcomes the government’s commitment to education reform, but says there are widespread concerns about job security during such a significant restructure. Read more -
PSA welcomes fairer wage for family carers
11 Jul 2019
PSA is welcoming fairer pay rates for family members who provide essential care to whānau with disabilities. Under changes to the Funded Family Care policy announced by... Read more
