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Our work, our voice
by Health and Community Services Union (Tasmania)
We're a community of over 11,000 Tasmanians working in aged care, disability services, health and community services. Authorised by State Secretary Robbie Moore.
Episodes
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PLSL: Long overdue for Tasmania's care and community workers
Moving between employers is common in Tasmania’s aged care, disability and community services sectors, and often outside a worker’s control. They shouldn’t lose their long service leave entitlements because of it. Workers in some of these sectors in other states have portable long service leave,...
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Tasmanian paramedics call for government action
We recently spoke with Clinical Support Officer and Intensive Care Paramedic Nat about the ongoing industrial action by Ambulance Tasmania staff as the government refusesto address fair pay, safer rosters and conditions. Nat’s message to the government is simple but powerful: come and experience...
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Tasmania's paramedics demand change
Paramedics show up for us every single day, often exhausted,often understaffed. Community Paramedic Gabby says it plainly: what we have right now is not sustainable. That's why Ambulance Tasmania staff are currently takingindustrial action, standing up for fairer pay, rosters, and conditions.…
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The human cost of Ambulance Tasmania's crisis
As the government continues to drag its feet on fair pay, rosters and working conditions for Ambulance Tasmania staff,Simone Haigh – Paramedic, HACSU Junior VP, and President of the Ambulance Employee Sub-branch, talks us through the psychological damage current working conditions are causing…
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Hands off Clare House!
In this podcast, we sit down with Social Worker Katie, andClinical Nurse Consultant Jacinta, from Clare House to talk about what’s really at stake for Tasmania’s young people. CYMHS is a lifeline for children, young people and familiesacross the state, delivering critical mental health care…
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Ambulance Tasmania Industrial Action - Jan Pur, Paramedic
HACSU members at Ambulance Tasmania are taking industrialaction after long-stalled negotiations. In this podcast, Paramedic Jan Pur speaks of the anger andfrustration members are feeling, the reality of the conditions they are working under every day, the risks this is creating for the public…
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How HACSU members saved Tolosa Street Adult Mental Health Service
When the Tasmanian state government wanted to sell off Tolosa Street Adult Mental Health Service in 2025, workers took a stand and said no. It wasn’t their jobs they were worried about; they were concerned about ensuring the essential service they provide remained available to the whole…
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Why the Hobart Clinic needs to stay open
Mental health services in Tasmania are already hard to access, but we’re about to lose another 27 mental health beds as the Hobart Clinic is set to close its doors at the end of October. 2025. This is a devasting blow to both patients and staff, and it will place lives at risk. In this podcast…
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Save Tolosa Street Adult Mental Health Service
We're fighting to protect essential mental health services in Tasmania as the Liberal government moves to privatise Tolosa Street Adult Mental Health Service. In this podcast, HACSU State Secretary Robbie Moore explains the impact the sale of this vital service will have on patients, workers and...
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HACSU's campaign for Reproductive Health Leave
Reproductive health impacts everyone. That’s why we're campaigning for 12 days paid Reproductive Health Leave for ALL workers under the National Employment Standards. In a podcast recorded at last year’s HACSU Delegates Conference, we spoke with Kate Marshall, the Senior National Assistant...
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HACSU member update - December 2024
2024 has been a year of big wins by HACSU members! In this vodcast, HACSU State Secretary Robbie Moore chats about some of those wins, looks ahead to some of what we’ll be fighting for in 2025, and shares his new year message to HACSU members.
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HSO review - HACSU members' big win
HACSU public sector organiser Desmond talks us through a huge win members in our public hospitals achieved recently with the Health Services Officer (HSO) review. The changes represent major progress in recognising their qualifications, years of service, and the essential work they do every day.
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Meet Christine Hansson - long-time HACSU member
Meet Christine - a HACSU nursing member for over 25 years who also sits on our Committee of Management. In this vodcast, Christine shares her reasons for becoming a nurse, the challenges associated with the profession, and one of her many HACSU highlights.
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HACSU member update - October 2024
Our State Secretary Robbie Moore is back with our monthly member update – and there’s quite a bit to talk about! In this podcast, we get an update on: - HACSU’s expectations of Tasmania’s new Health Minister - recent industrial action by RHH cleaners and workers at TasIVF and Hobart Specialist…
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Meet Chris Webb - Senior Vice President of HACSU Tasmania
Meet the legendary Chris Webb, Senior Vice President of HACSU. In this podcast we learn more about Chris’ history and involvement with our union, as well as HACSU’s holiday homes and the purpose behind them, and significant victories achieved by HACSU over the years.
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Bargaining for a new Allied Health Industrial Agreement
Ahead of bargaining for a new Allied Health Industrial Agreement getting underway in November, we sit down with Sophie Mummery - President of the HACSU Allied Health Professional sub-branch - to talk about what’s involved and why it is so important for members and non-members to have their say in...
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Get to know HACSU Assistant State Secretary Tammy Munro
Anyone who has met HACSU Assistant State Secretary Tammy Munro will know she is a fierce advocate for our members. In this podcast, she shares the inspiration behind her commitment and passion, as well as telling us about her career shift into the disability sector – which ultimately brought her…
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HACSU member update - September 2024
It’s been a busy couple of weeks and our State Secretary Robbie Moore is here to talk us through some of what’s been happening, including: - a wrap-up of our Thank You for Working in Aged Care week - fallout from last week’s Tasmanian state budget - an update on where we are at following…
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HACSU industrial action update - 20 August 2024
In this podcast, HACSU State Secretary Robbie Moore talks us through last week’s action by pathology workers at the LGH and child safety and youth justice workers in the south, as well as upcoming action this week - including medical imaging workers who are stepping up their fight for equal pay...
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Judy Richmond marks 30 years as HACSU Tasmania President
Congratulations to Judy Richmond, who this month marks 30 years as President of HACSU Tasmania. In this podcast, Judy recalls one of her most memorable moments from her 50+ years in nursing and the time she and other hospital staff organised a blockage against then Tasmanian Premier Ray Groom.
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Meet long-time HACSU member Judy Seal
Meet Judy Seal – she became a HACSU member in the late 80s and recently retired after an incredible career as a dietitian for almost 40 years. In this podcast, we hear about the workplace challenges Judy was confronted with when she first moved to Tasmania, what led to her joining HACSU, and one…
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Why we need a national registration scheme for aged care and disability workers
We all know career pathways are limited in aged care and disability. This is because care and support work has been historically undervalued and isn’t treated as the skilled, professional work it is. Brendan is an aged care worker who was part of a HACSU delegation that recently travelled to...
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HACSU member update - July 2024
Our State Secretary Robbie Moore brings us up to date with what’s been happening across several different sectors over the last couple of weeks, including: - a wrap-up of our week-long celebration of public sector health workers - the government’s budget cuts - our lobbying in Canberra for a...
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HACSU Medical Imaging members to strike amidst record low staffing levels
HACSU radiographers, sonographers and nuclear medicine technologists will walk off the job on Wednesday 19 June 2024 to protest the Tasmanian government’s inaction on implementing a market allowance to address chronic retention and attraction issues.
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How HACSUassist can help you
Meet Lily – one of our superstars working in HACSUassist! In this podcast, we learn more about the assistance available for our members through HACSUassist, and how and why Lily got involved with HACSU.
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Portable Long Service Leave for Tasmanian workers
It’s time for a Portable Long Service Leave Scheme (PLSLS) for workers in Tasmania's disability and community services, aged care, contract cleaning and security sectors. HACSU State Secretary Robbie Moore talks us through why the scheme is needed, where we're at with the campaign and what's next.
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HACSU State Secretary Robbie Moore member update for May 2024
This week our State Secretary Robbie Moore sits down with Esther Nichols for the latest on what’s happening across the different sectors, including: some of the NDIS issues to be addressed, where we are at with the Work Value Case, an update on The Hobart Clinic dispute, and the latest from…
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Beyond the headlines: A look into Tasmania’s ambulance ramping - part two
Tasmania’s ambulance service is in crisis. As a paramedic, Cam Johnson knows all too well about the challenges our ambulance workers face on a daily basis. In part two part our special HACSU vodcast series, Cam sits down with Esther Nichols to go beyond the headlines of Tasmania’s ambulance crisis.
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Beyond the headlines: A look at Tasmania’s ambulance ramping – part one
Paramedic Cam Johnson sits down with Esther Nichols in part one of a special HACSU vodcast to go beyond the headlines of Tasmania’s ambulance crisis.
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How to get help at work with HACSUassist
HACSUassist is a dedicated support service designed to help members like you navigate challenges in the workplace. Whether you're facing difficulties with your employer, have concerns about your working conditions, or need guidance on your rights, HACSUassist is here to provide the assistance you...
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Don't delay aged care workers' pay!
Recently, HACSU aged care members won a historic pay rise of up to 28%. However, the Federal Government is trying to delay our hard-fought pay increases. In this exclusive Vodcast, HACSU organisers Sharon and Rachel discuss their efforts to push back and how YOU can help. We need to stick…
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10,000 members – 10,000 stories: Meet Tanya Clifford
10,000 members – 10,000 stories: In this vodcast we meet Tanya Clifford, a HACSU member for over 20 years. As well as being a great advocate for her fellow workers, and supporting other health workers across many sectors, Tanya has been a member of our Committee of Management since 2022.
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What the result of the 2024 Tasmania state election means for HACSU members
“They can promise a lot of things before an election but we’re going to absolutely hold them to account” HACSU Tasmania State Secretary Robbie Moore discusses what the result of the 2024 state election means for HACSU members, and outlines some of the health priorities the new Tasmanian…
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Hobart Clinic patient Maddison Cutler: there's not enough mental health support in Tasmania
The Hobart Clinic has been fined, according to patient Maddison. Join us as she shares her most recent experience at the Clinic and her struggle to navigate our mental health system while living with bipolar and borderline personality disorder. Maddison is speaking out for the nurses who can't…
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Patients at the Hobart Clinic report coming out worse than when they went in
A dangerous combination of psychiatrists quitting overnight, nurses under immense strain and bullied into silence by their employer, has led to patients being discharged, despite desperate pleas for ongoing help. Take a moment to hear our latest Hobart Clinic patient, Jill's, terrifying story and...
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Cheryl Thomas: 30 years of passion in aged care
Cheryl's heart has been in aged care for a solid three decades. She kicked things off as a cook in Nazareth House, then rocked the roles of a laundry worker, a cleaner, a carer, and now a leisure and lifestyle officer. She's a battler for workers' rights, a mentor for the young guns, and a lively...
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Hobart Clinic patients are brought to tears over their nurses being silenced due to poor working conditions and pay
Please be aware that their stories are raw and uncensored. If you find any content distressing, please reach out to Lifeline at 13 11 14. Share this story and let's be the voice for the nurses who have been silenced.
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Hobart Clinic patients are outraged as nurses are silenced and denied fair pay
In an unprecedented move, the clinic has enlisted top-tier lawyers to pressure staff into staying silent about working conditions and subpar pay. Join us in supporting these nurses who tirelessly support those struggling with mental health every day. Share their story, sign the petition, and help...
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Lend us your voice, as the nurses cannot share their own
The Hobart Clinic have taken legal action against their own nurses, who are being bullied into silence for wanting to wear badges as a low-level industrial action to demand fair pay and conditions. Listen to the stories, sign the petition, and help us support mental health services in Tasmania.
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HACSU life member Shane Littler reflects on a memorable win for workers in the Mersey Community Hospital
In his extensive involvement with the union, Shane has passionately advocated for countless workers, securing notable victories in the battle against the privatisation of health services. Hear about his wins, but more importantly, the stories of support and sacrifices from his amazing family that...
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Greg Shelverton: 54 years in the union
What was the union like 54 years ago? Greg Shelverton, a HACSU member since 1969 who still proudly holds onto his union membership card today, has some captivating stories to share.
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"If you see anything that's unfair, do something about it": Judy Richmond on a woman's fight against injustice
Judy Richmond, a nurse and proud union member for an amazing 51 years recounts her fight against discrimination in the 1980s, ultimately leading to a change in state government regulations.
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Craig Stringer on the unsung heroes behind our rights and benefits today
In this episode, Health and Community Services Union life member Craig Stringer takes us back to a time when he was the lone orderly at St Vincent's Hospital, as well as him being at the frontline of the fight for superannuation rights for workers.
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Mental Health Nursing in the 1970s with HACSU life member Lyn Taylor
Tune in to hear from Lyn Taylor, a registered nurse in Tasmania who started her career in the 1970s, about what has changed over the decades and why unions are still relevant today.
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40 years on the frontline: A paramedic's unfiltered perspective on hard truths and union triumphs
Meet John Richardson, a committed paramedic and staunch union member for life. During his career, he joined the fight and secured a 33% pay rise for paramedics, and changed the perception of their role from mere "ambulance drivers" to recognised professionals. Tune in to hear John's insights on...
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Changing the disability sector: Insights from a 30-year support worker – A conversation with HACSU Organiser Danny
"We want the disability sector to be a sector of choice for people to go into, not a sector of last resort." In this episode, HACSU organiser Danny shared some profound insights into the considerable demand for support works and the sector's persistent undervaluation.
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Steph and Reggie - an inspiring duo with an unbreakable bond
We met Steph and Reggie at the BBQ for Disability Workers Week! Reggie, a dedicated support worker, and Steph, a participant and a vibrant, charismatic individual with infectious laughter and an unwavering zest for life form an inspiring duo with an unbreakable bond. Join us in celebrating...
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HACSU organiser Rachel talking about Disability Workers Week
This podcast series, for our Disability Workers Week, gives voice to vital yet often unheard stories. Don't miss this episode with HACSU organiser Rachel as she shares her powerful message, shining a light on support workers who need our support!
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Sisters Susan and Cheryl, both disability support workers, talking about the support that participants and workers need
Susan and Cheryl have been disability support workers for 12 years. Outside work, they grapple with firsthand NDIS challenges for a family member. Join us for their unique insights into the funding hurdles participants face.
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"You don’t get nothing if you don’t fight”: Insights from disability support worker and HACSU delegate Tony Priest
Having changed a few jobs, Tony landed in the world of disability support work—a career he finally loves. He's all about spotting the hidden talents in his participants and bringing out their absolute best. Now, as a union delegate, he's on the front lines, fighting for better support for his...
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We're a community of over 11,000 Tasmanians working in aged care, disability services, health and community services. Authorised by State Secretary Robbie Moore.
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