Upcoming Meeting Dates:
- Allied Health Professionals EBA Reference Group
- Biomedical Engineers EBA Reference Group
- Community Health Centre ER/IR Directors Meetings
- Community Health Payroll Reference Group
- Dental Therapists, Dental Hygienists & Oral Health Therapists EBA Reference Group
- Doctors EBA Reference Group
- Overarching General EBA Reference Group
- General Dentists EBA Reference Group
- Health & Allied, Managers and Admin EBA Reference Group
- Maintenance EBA Reference Group
- Medical Scientists/DOP & DDOP EBA Reference Group
- Mental Health EBA Reference Group
- Metro ER/IR Directors Meetings
- Nurses & Midwives EBA Reference Group
- Payroll Reference Group
- Regional & Rural ER/IR Directors Meetings
Allied Health Professionals EBA Reference Group
July 2021 – December 2021
Thursday, 1 July 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 8 July 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 15 July 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 22 July 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 29 July 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 5 August 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 12 August 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 19 August 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 26 August 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 2 September 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 9 September 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 16 September 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 23 September 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 30 September 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 7 October 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 14 October 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 21 October 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 28 October 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 4 November 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 11 November 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 18 November 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 25 November 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 2 December 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 9 December 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 16 December 2021 – 1:30pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021 (bi – monthly)
Monday, 30 August 2021 – 4pm to 5pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Monday, 25 October 2021 – 4pm to 5pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Monday, 6 December 2021 – 4pm to 5pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021 (3rd Wednesday of the month)
Wednesday, 21 July 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 18 August 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 15 September 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 20 October 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 17 November 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 15 December 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Community Health Payroll Reference Group
July 2021 – December 2021 (bi – monthly)
Thursday, 19 August 2021 – 2pm to 3.30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 21 October 2021 – 2pm to 3.30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 16 December 2021 – 2pm to 3.30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021 (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
July 2021 – December 2021 (Weekly)
Thursday, 1 July 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 8 July 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 15 July 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 22 July 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 29 July 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 5 August 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 12 August 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 19 August 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 26 August 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 2 September 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 9 September 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 16 September 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 23 September 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 30 September 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 7 October 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 14 October 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 21 October 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 28 October 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 4 November 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 11 November 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 18 November 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 25 November 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 2 December 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 9 December 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 16 December 2021 – 11.30am to 12pm– Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021 (1st Wednesday of the month)
Wednesday, 7 July 2021 – 12:15pm to 2:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 4 August 2021 – 12:15pm to 2:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 1 September 2021 – 12:15pm to 2:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 6 October 2021 – 12:15pm to 2:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 3 November 2021 – 12:15pm to 2:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 1 December 2021 – 12:15pm to 2:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021 (4th Tuesday of the month)
Tuesday, 27 July 2021 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 24 August 2021 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 28 September 2021 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 26 October 2021 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 23 November 2021 – 11am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021
TBA
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
July 2021 – December 2021
Tuesday, 6 July 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 13 July 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 20 July 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 27 July 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 3 August 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 10 August 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 17 August 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 24 August 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 31 August 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 7 September 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 14 September 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 21 September 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 28 September 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 5 October 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 12 October 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 19 October 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 26 October 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 2 November 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 9 November 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 16 November 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 23 November 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 30 November 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 7 December 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 14 December 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 21 December 2021 – 2pm to 3pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021
Wednesday, 21 July 2021 – 2pm to 3:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 18 August 2021 – 2pm to 3:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 15 September 2021 – 2pm to 3:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 20 October 2021 – 2pm to 3:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 17 November 2021 – 2pm to 3:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 15 December 2021 – 2pm to 3:30pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021
Tuesday, 6 July 2021 – 10am to 11am – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 13 July 2021 – 10am to 11am – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 20 July 2021 – 10am to 11am – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Tuesday, 27 July 2021 – 10am to 11am – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021 (1st Wednesday of the month)
Wednesday, 7 July 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 4 August 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 1 September 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 6 October 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 3 November 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 1 December 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Nurses & Midwives EBA Reference Group
July 2021 – December 2021
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
July 2021 – December 2021 (bi – monthly)
Thursday, 26 August 2021 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 28 October 2021 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Thursday, 23 December 2021 – 2pm to 4pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
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
July 2021 – December 2021 (2nd Wednesday of the month)
Wednesday, 14 July 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 11 August 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 8 September 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 13 October 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 10 November 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’
Wednesday, 8 December 2021 – 10am to 12pm – Via ‘GoToMeeting’