Latest media releases from the PSA.
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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 -
Oranga Tamariki reforms must address systemic racism and unsafe workloads
23 Nov 2020
The union for Oranga Tamariki employees says Te Kuku O Te Manawa - the Children’s Commissioner’s Report on Oranga Tamariki - highlights the need for deep... Read more -
Benedict Ferguson elected new PSA President
18 Nov 2020
The Public Service Association is delighted to announce Benedict Ferguson has been elected president by delegates at its two-yearly National Congress. Read more -
Labour-led government has mandate for transformation, equality and transparency
19 Oct 2020
The Public Service Association welcomes the progressive electoral landslide New Zealand voters delivered on Saturday, and the union says its members look forward to implementing policies... Read more
