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Upcoming Meeting Dates:

Allied Health Professionals EBA Reference Group

May 2022 – December 2022

Wednesday, 4 May 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 6 May 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 11 May 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 13 May 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 18 May 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 20 May 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 25 May 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 27 May 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 1 June 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 3 June 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 8 June 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 10 June 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 15 June 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 17 June 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 22 June 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 24 June 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 29 June 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 1 July 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 6 July 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 8 July 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 13 July 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 15 July 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 20 July 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 22 July 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 27 July 2022 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’ (Additional)

Friday, 29 July 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 5 August 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 12 August 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 19 August 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 26 August 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 2 September 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 9 September 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 16 September 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 23 September 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 30 September 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 7 October 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 14 October 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 21 October 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 28 October 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 4 November 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 11 November 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 18 November 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 25 November 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 2 December 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 9 December 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 16 December 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Friday, 23 December 2022 – 1.30pm to 3pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Employee Group: Allied Health Professionals

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers of members who are a party to the public sector Allied Health Professionals Agreement.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Members to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support from VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful;
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement;
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • Bargaining – Members have the opportunity to attend meetings during bargaining to be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Biomedical Engineers EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022 (bi – monthly)

TBA

 

Employee Group: Biomedical Engineers

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers of members who are a party to the public sector Biomedical Engineers Agreement.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Members to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support from VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful;
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement;
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • Bargaining – Members have the opportunity to attend meetings during bargaining to be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Community Health Centre ER/IR Directors Meetings

May 2022 – December 2022 (3rd Wednesday of the month – excluding January)

Wednesday, 18 May 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams / In person’

Wednesday, 15 June 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 20 July 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 17 August 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 21 September 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 19 October 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 16 November 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 21 December 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Community Health Centre General Reference Group

May 2022 – December 2022 

Thursday, 5 May 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 12 May 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 19 May 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 26 May 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 2 June 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 9 June 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 16 June 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 23 June 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 30 June 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 7 July 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 14 July 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 21 July 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 28 July 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 4 August 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 11 August 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 18 August 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 25 August 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 1 September 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 8 September 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 15 September 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 22 September 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 29 September 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 6 October 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 13 October 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 20 October 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 27 October 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 3 November 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 10 November 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 17 November 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 24 November 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 1 December 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 8 December 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 15 December 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 22 December 2022 – 10.30am to 11.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Community Health Payroll Reference Group

May 2022 – December 2022 (bi – monthly)

Thursday, 23 June 2022 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 25 August 2022 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 27 October 2022 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 22 December 2022 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Employee Group: All EBA’s

Sector: Community Health

Who can join: Typically Payroll/ Finance Employees nominated by the Health service.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Member to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support form VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • During bargaining – have the opportunity to attend bargaining meetings, be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Dental Therapists, Dental Hygienists & Oral Health Therapists EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022  (bi – monthly)

TBA

 

Employee Group: Dental Therapists, Dental Hygienists & Oral Health Therapists

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers of members who are a party to the public sector Dental Therapists, Dental Hygienists & Oral Health Therapists Enterprise Agreement.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Member to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support form VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • During bargaining – have the opportunity to attend bargaining meetings, be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

Doctors EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022 (Weekly)

TBA

 

Employee Group: Doctors in Training and Medical Specialists

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Chief Medical Officers/Directors of Medicine; Medical Workforce Directors/Managers/Officers; HR/IR Directors, Managers, Business Partners or Advisors

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Members to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support from VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful;
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement;
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • Bargaining – Members have the opportunity to attend meetings during bargaining to be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Overarching General EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022  (1st Wednesday of the month – excluding January)

Wednesday, 4 May 2022 – 12.15pm to 2.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 1 June 2022 – 12.15pm to 2.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 6 July 2022 – 12.15pm to 2.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 3 August 2022 – 12.15pm to 2.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 7 September 2022 – 12.15pm to 2.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 5 October 2022 – 12.15pm to 2.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 2 November 2022 – 12.15pm to 2.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 7 December 2022 – 12.15pm to 2.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Employee Group: All EBA’s

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically those who are party to matters that apply across Agreements such as common clauses and common terms such as long service leave.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Members to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support from VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful;
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement;
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • Bargaining – Members have the opportunity to attend meetings during bargaining to be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.’

 

General Dentists EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022 

Tuesday, 24 May 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 31 May 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 7 June 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 14 June 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 21 June 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 28 June 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 5 July 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 12 July 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 19 July 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 26 July 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 2 August 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 9 August 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 16 August 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 23 August 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Tuesday, 30 August 2022 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Employee Group: General Dentists

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers of members who are a party to the public sector General Dentist Enterprise Agreement.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Member to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support form VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • During bargaining – have the opportunity to attend bargaining meetings, be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Health & Allied, Managers & Admin EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022 

Wednesday, 18 May 2022 – 12pm to 1.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 15 June 2022 – 12pm to 1.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 20 July 2022 – 12pm to 1.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 17 August 2022 – 12pm to 1.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 21 September 2022 – 12pm to 1.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 19 October 2022 – 12pm to 1.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 16 November 2022 – 12pm to 1.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 21 December 2022 – 12pm to 1.30pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Employee Group: Health and Allied, Managers and Administrative Workers

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers of members who are a party to the public sector Health and Allied, Managers and Administrative Workers Enterprise Agreement.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Member to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support form VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • During bargaining – have the opportunity to attend bargaining meetings, be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Maintenance EBA Reference Group

May 2022 – December 2022 

TBA

 

Employee Group: Plumbing, Metal Industry, Joinery and Building Trades, Electricians, Engine Drivers and Firemen

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers of members who are a party to the public sector Maintenance Agreement

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Members to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support form VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • During bargaining – have the opportunity to attend bargaining meetings, be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Medical Scientists/DOP & DDOP EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022 

TBA

 

Employee Group: Medical Scientists

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers of members who are a party to the public sector Medical Scientist, Pharmacist and Psychologist Enterprise Agreement.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Member to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support form VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • During bargaining – have the opportunity to attend bargaining meetings, be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Mental Health EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022 

Thursday, 12 May 2022 – 9.30am to 10.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 26 May 2022 – 9.30am to 10.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 23 June 2022 – 9.30am to 10.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 28 July 2022 – 9.30am to 10.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 25 August 2022 – 9.30am to 10.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 22 September 2022 – 9.30am to 10.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 27 October 2022 – 9.30am to 10.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 24 November 2022 – 9.30am to 10.30am – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Employee Group: Mental Health

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers and advisors of members who are a party to the public sector Mental Health Agreement.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Members to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support from VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful;
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement;
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • Bargaining – Members have the opportunity to attend meetings during bargaining to be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Metro ER/IR Directors Meetings

May 2022 – December 2022   (1st Wednesday of the month – excluding January)

Wednesday, 4 May 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 1 June 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 6 July 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 3 August 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 7 September 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 5 October 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 2 November 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 7 December 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Nurses & Midwives EBA Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022  

TBA

 

Employee Group: Nurses and Midwives

Sector: Public Sector

Who can join: Typically HR/IR managers of members who are a party to the public sector Nurses and Midwives Enterprise Agreement.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Member to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support form VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • During bargaining – have the opportunity to attend bargaining meetings, be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Payroll Reference Group 

May 2022 – December 2022  (bi – monthly)

Thursday, 16 June 2022 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 18 August 2022 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 20 October 2022 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Thursday, 15 December 2022 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

 

Employee Group: All EBA’s

Sector: Public

Who can join: Typically Payroll/ Finance Employees nominated by the Health service.

What is the reference Group (RG)?

VHIA utilise the RG during the 4 stages of bargaining (Implementation, Review, Planning and Bargaining) which is scheduled at periodic intervals throughout the year. The RG is an opportunity for Member to:

  • General – be kept informed of any disputes or implementation issues within the agreement and have the opportunity to ask VHIA and other members about any issues health services may be having;
  • Implementation – gain additional support form VHIA and suggest any implementation material that would be helpful
  • Review – Provide VHIA with feedback on the agreement and suggestions of review items and changes for the next agreement
  • Planning – Develop on the review items and development of the Employer Log of Claims before bargaining for an Agreement commences;
  • During bargaining – have the opportunity to attend bargaining meetings, be a sounding board for the review of Union claims, be involved in the approval of the drafting process for the new Agreement and be kept up to date on all matters related to bargaining.

How can you join a reference group?

Contact the designated VHIA contact for the Agreement which is listed on the monthly IR report or phone (03) 9861 4000.

 

Regional & Rural ER/IR Directors Meetings

May 2022 – December 2022  (2nd Wednesday of the month – excluding January)

Wednesday, 11 May 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 8 June 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 13 July 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 10 August 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 14 September 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 12 October 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 9 November 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Wednesday, 14 December 2022 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘Microsoft Teams’

Events