Latest media releases from the PSA.
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Government action can achieve digital inclusion
23 Feb 2021
More than ten percent of New Zealanders have limited or no access to the internet. That’s over half a million people, and the Public Service Association... Read more -
Public servants have earned New Zealand’s trust
23 Feb 2021
New Zealanders say they trust the public service more than ever, and the union for public servants says members are happy to hear that after a... Read more -
To keep our borders safe, involve border workers
17 Feb 2021
The Public Service Association wants all border employers to follow the Aviation Security Service’s example and organise their front line staff into ‘work bubbles’ - particularly... Read more -
Local govt workers’ union supports Māori ward bill
11 Feb 2021
Almost nine thousand Public Service Association members work for local authorities, and their union strongly supports the government’s decision to introduce under urgency the Local Electoral... Read more -
Climate change response an opportunity for more equitable society
03 Feb 2021
As the Climate Change Commission advocates significant change to the New Zealand economy, the Public Service Association argues this presents both a challenge and an opportunity... Read more -
Deaf and Disabled workers call for accessibility and equality
03 Dec 2020
Today is the International Day of People with Disabilities. Almost one in four New Zealanders have a disability, and the Public Service Association says more must... Read more -
Public servants welcome govt commitment to climate action
02 Dec 2020
The Public Service Association welcomes the government’s declaration of a climate emergency, and supports the goal of achieving carbon neutrality in the public service itself by... Read more -
Historic Milestone in Clerical and Admin Pay Equity
30 Nov 2020
An initial agreement has been reached between the Public Service Association and the country’s 20 District Health Boards in the bargaining for Clerical and Administration Pay... Read more -
At home or at work, violence is never OK - Ratify ILO Convention 190
25 Nov 2020
New Zealand has the highest rate of domestic violence per capita in the developed world, and the second highest rate of workplace bullying. Read more -
Local govt workers’ union supports repeal of racist Māori ward legislation
24 Nov 2020
The Public Service Association supports Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta’s plans to repeal racist provisions in the Local Electoral Act that obstruct the creation of Māori... Read more
