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Read the latest EB25 Salaried Enterprise Agreement Bargaining updates for South Australian Public Sector workers.

 

Monday 5 January 2026

Reminder: Online meetings to discuss the EB25 Proposal

Happy New Year! We hope that you have had a safe and happy festive season.

This week, we have a series of online Zoom meetings to discuss the proposal from the SA Government's declared employer. 

  • Tuesday 6 January 2026 at 12.00pm
  • Wednesday 7 January 2026 at 12.00pm
  • Thursday 8 January 2026 at 12.00pm

Access the zoom links here

This is an opportunity to be briefed on what's in the proposal, the wins, and any areas that we are still seeking clarity on from the Government. 

Discussions regarding the detail of the final proposal are also not concluded. We are continuing to work through outstanding matters and are still negotiating aspects of the proposal in good faith. 

This is also an opportunity to ask any questions that you may have.

If you can't make any of the meetings, we encourage you to email your questions or thoughts to: enquiries@psaofsa.asn.au 

Work is continuing on the draft agreement, which will include further detail on increases for reconfigured classifications. We expect to confirm the ballot period soon, with a mid-January start currently anticipated.


19 December 2025

PSA Zoom Meetings in the New Year and Possible Ballot Period

We have been advised that the employer is considering a ballot period for the Salaried Agreement to commence on 19 January 2026, running for approximately three weeks. 

Whether or not these are the ballot dates will depend upon current discussions whereby we are still seeking information on a number of matters in the proposal. Without this information, we can not have informed discussions with members.

At this stage, we do not expect to receive the draft agreement or confirmed new pay schedules before the Christmas break. 

While we have been provided with the final proposed terms it is important to note that we are still awaiting further information referenced within that document.  

The PSA has scheduled a series of Zoom meetings in early January to discuss the proposal and, if available at that time, the draft agreement. The meetings will be held as follows:

  • Tuesday 6 January 2026 at 12.00pm
  • Wednesday 7 January 2026 at 12.00pm
  • Thursday 8 January 2026 at 12.00pm

Read the full update - to see the Governments Proposal & access Zoom Meeting links


17 December 2025

Members Update: Final Proposal Received After 15 Months of Bargaining

After more than 15 months of protracted and often frustrating bargaining, we have now received the final proposal from the declared employer.

This moment is significant - not because the process has been easy or quick, but because it reflects the collective effort, resolve and persistence shown by members throughout one of the longest and most difficult rounds of bargaining in decades. Every meeting attended, every action taken, every conversation had at worksites and with colleagues has mattered. You should be proud of what you have helped achieve. 

Read the full update - to get an overview of the highlights of the proposal


12 December 2025

Formal Salaried Enterprise Agreement to come!

Today the PSA held a Worksite Rep and Key Activist meeting to discuss the Government’s proposal for an offer. It was ultimately decided that the PSA will now instruct the Government to put their proposal forward as a formal offer, so it can proceed to a ballot of members. 

Read the full update


11 December 2025 

Salaried EB Update

Attention PSA Worksite Reps and Key Activists (if you do not have a WSR)

This week's industrial actions have been nothing short of heart-warming. Thank you to each and every person who has downed tools to strengthen the fight for this EB.

Following a meeting with Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis at 12:30pm today, we would like to advise of the following developments;

  • Industrial action being taken by specific cohorts has been lifted
  • Paid time correctional meetings on site tomorrow morning, 12 December 2025
  • WSR and key activists meeting tomorrow at 1pm at the PSA, 122 Pirie Street, Adelaide in paid time including travel.

More information to come at the meetings 

Read the full update


PSA STRIKE FUND

You can support PSA members who are striking and consequently losing their pay by donating to our strike fund.

South Australian Government workers across every corner of the public sector are being ignored in the face of one of the largest industrial actions their union has seen in decades. 

Safety risks and workloads have reached breaking point, while wages in some areas have even fallen below the award. 

It is simply not good enough. 

Donate today

Correctional Officers have led the way, bearing the brunt of this dispute and foregoing wages to take urgent industrial action. They, and thousands of other public sector workers, are calling for a fair pay rise that reflects the critical, high-risk work they perform every day.

These workers are taking a stand because the system is no longer safe, sustainable, or fair. They need the Government to step up, listen, and deliver an offer that respects the people who keep this state running.


11 December 2025

SA Public Sector Sheriff Officers join mass PSA Strike fighting for fair pay offer! Sheriff Officers have unanimously voted to cease work for 24 hours.


It’s been over 15 months of enterprise bargaining, essential workers in our justice system’s pay has fallen behind the award. We need to see action on this!



10 December 2025

EB25 Escalations Continue: Public Sector Agreement

This morning, PSA Corrections Officers voted to move into Day 3 of statewide prison lockdowns in a continued push for an urgent resolution to the salaried agreement.

In addition, the Intensive Compliance Unit who are responsible for monitoring compliance for more than 1,500 home detention offenders across South Australia have walked off the job for 24 hours.

Today, the PSA issued notice that tomorrow, Thursday 11 December, Courts across South Australia will come to a standstill as Sheriff Officers and Lawyers collectively hold a stop work meeting. Members will determine if they take further stop work action at this meeting. This is a significant escalation and more actions may follow in the coming days.

We are also in active discussions with several other public sector agencies regarding similar industrial actions. The impact of these actions is growing, and the message is clear: this must be resolved. 

Read the full update


10 December 2025

"...It's not something that's ever happened in our state before"

 Important PSA Salaried Enterprise Bargaining & Industrial Action update with  PSA General Secretary, Charlotte Watson.



10 December 2025

BREAKING NEWS: The Intensive Compliance unit have voted to do a 24-hour stop-work industrial action. 

The ICU normally provides 24-hour monitoring of offenders on home detention, via GPS tracking, but for now the office is empty.

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9 December 2025

Correctional Officers have voted to continue rolling 24-hour stoppages for a second day. 

Our message is clear: Correctional Officers are standing strong for a fair pay rise.  


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8 December 2025

PSA Update – Escalation of Industrial Action

At the PSA Mega Rally on 26 November, we made it clear that unless the Enterprise Bargaining negotiations were resolved, we would escalate action. Today, Corrections Officers across the state have kicked off that escalation.

We have been absolutely clear: members need a improved offer before Christmas. We will not allow the workforce to head into a second Christmas without certainty, fairness, and a deal that reflects the value of their work.

Following last week’s delegates meeting, we are now proceeding with planned industrial action across our state’s prisons. The PSA has been in direct contact with WSR and worksites to coordinate the action starting tomorrow.

We are calling on all PSA members to stand in solidarity with Corrections by not backfilling prisons during this stop-work action.

Members should also be aware that media will be present at the stop-work meeting tomorrow at 7:30am at Yatala. We strongly encourage Corrections members from AWP to attend Yatala and show their support.

We recognise the significance of this step. Members are putting their pay on the line because they urgently need a fair and timely deal. We stand firmly with them and will continue to escalate until the government does what is right.

If you are experiencing financial hardship during this period, please contact us confidentially at enquiries@psaofsa.asn.au.

Solidarity.


5 December 2025

3 December 2025

We will be holding a reps/delegates/members meeting this Friday, 5 December 2025 at 1:00pm to discuss the current progress of negotiations. 

As bargaining continues to evolve, there are many moving parts, interpretations and external factors influencing the process. 

This enterprise agreement covers many different workgroups and classifications. Therefore, to avoid any misunderstandings, we would like to use this meeting to discuss where things are at. 

This will help ensure members are kept up to date with the latest developments.

Please note that the content of these meetings is confidential. 

Read the full update


2 December 2025

 Salaried EB - Where are things at?

Thank you to everyone who turned out at last week’s rally. The sheer numbers made it impossible for this government to ignore the message from workers across the sector.

Following the rally, on Friday 28 November, PSA leadership met again with the Deputy Premier Kyam Maher, Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis and Premier Peter Malinauskas. 

The government provided another concept as an offer. 

This was done verbally and to ensure it is relayed correctly to reps/delegates and members, we have requested a paid time meeting for reps/delegates on Friday 5 December from 1:00pm.

Read the full update


2 December 2025 

Are you working on the Algal Bloom Response? We want to hear from you! 

We’re asking all members working with Algal Bloom to take a few minutes to complete our short survey.

Your feedback is vital. It helps us understand the real challenges you face at work and ensures your experiences shape our campaign for better conditions and fair pay.

The more responses we receive, the stronger our voice will be when we take your concerns directly to management and government.

Complete the Algal Bloom Survey


2 December 2025 

"The Public Service Association (PSA) general secretary Charlotte Watson said it was one of the largest industrial actions in recent state history.

Ms Watson said the “mega march” demonstrated their “collective power and the urgency of this crisis”. 


26 November 2025

The PSA mega rally in photos






25 November 2025

Tomorrow is our mega rally, are you with us?

Join us as we take a half-day stoppage from our duties and march together for the fair, safe, and properly resourced workplaces our communities deserve.

If you haven’t done so already, please register for the rally!


Key details

Date: Tomorrow! - Wednesday 26 November 2025
Where: Meet at Hindmarsh Square in the Adelaide CBD.
When: 12.30pm (sharp) we depart Hindmarsh Square, & will begin our march to SA Parliament House on North Terrace. 

Hindmarsh Square: Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure time.
The PSA has stocked up on noisemakers, clappers, whistle, airhorns and earplugs, because we want to be loud, proud, and impossible to ignore.

March route: Hindmarsh Square > Pirie Street > King William Street > North Terrace.
For maximum impact and safety, there will be road closures along the route to SA Parliament House. With the road closures, everyone needs to follow SAPOL’s guidance and our PSA Rally Safety marshals' instructions.

SA Parliament House: Once we have all arrived to parliament house, there will be speeches.

Safety note: We will have first aid officers & safety marshalls at all locations during the day, they can be identified through their pink & yellow high vis vests.

Read the full update


25 November 2025


Thank you to Tammy Franks MLC for championing vital improvements to the new Labour Hire Bill. These changes will bring much-needed transparency to labour hire use, hold government accountable, and ensure labour hire workers are subject to the same code of ethics as public servants. 

Big thanks again to Tammy for her ongoing support in ensuring all public servants receive fair pay.


24 November 2025


23 November 2025

Write it loud. Write it proud. Grab a chalk marker and turn your car into a rolling message for fair pay. Chalk your windows, share your story, and let everyone see the strength of our movement. 

Every chalked car becomes a moving billboard in car parks, on the road, and outside worksites right across the state.


22 November 2025

Are you ready to march to Parliament House? Stand with your colleagues, raise your voice, and show the State Government that we’re united and serious about change.


Let’s make this rally impossible to ignore.


20 November 2025

Katrine Hildyard Rally in photos


PSA members in the Department for Child Protection are facing escalating pressures in their work. The needs of children and families are becoming more complex, and workers are dealing daily with crisis situations, violence, assaults, mental health concerns and unsafe environments. Despite these growing challenges, DCP workers remain undervalued and underpaid.


Thank you to everyone who stood with us as we took our EB campaign directly to Minister Katrine Hildyard’s office to demand fair pay, safe workloads, and genuine respect for the critical work our members do protecting vulnerable children across South Australia.



19 November 2025

Solidarity to the CPSU Tasmania union members, who are also taking industrial action today! It's time to Bridge the Wages and conditions gap  


18 November 2025

CHALK YOUR SUPPORT!

Will you help us build pressure to push SA Government towards a fair pay rise in our Salaried Enterprise Agreement? 

Grab a chalk marker and write your message on your car windows - in support of a fair pay rise for the SA Public sector!

Read the full update here


17 November 2025

We’re taking our fight for fair pay to SA Parliament House and we want your creativity to lead the charge. 

Bring your best slogans + powerful messages. Make it eye catching, make it funny, make yourself heard!

To be in the running to win 1 of 4 $150 gift cards:


1. Make your sign.

2. Bring it to the PSA mega rally for fair pay (12.30pm, 26.11.25).

3. Send us a photo of your sign at the rally, you can email us: enquiries@psaof.sa.asn.au,  comment or DM a photo of your sign on our social media Instagram:  @psa_of_sa or Facebook: /PublicServiceAssociationSA

4. We’re also encouraging you to snap a photo at the rally, post on social media tag the PSA & use #EB25. Please note only public posts will be considered as entries. 


Terms + conditions: 

Only current PSA members are eligible to enter this competition. 

The PSA will contact the 4 winners with instructions on how to claim their prize. By submitting a photo of your sign, you’re consenting to the PSA posting that photo on our social media. 

1 sign = 1 entry; you’re welcome to enter as many times as possible to increase your chances to win, & you’re only eligible to win 1 of the 4 giftcards



14 November 2025

EB25 SNAP ACTION - RALLY AT KATRINE HILDYARD'S OFFICE 19/11/25

Public Sector workers across South Australia are struggling and it’s time the Government respects your work and pays you what you’re worth.

Child Protection workers perform some of the most challenging and vital work in our state - protecting vulnerable children, supporting families in crisis, and making critical decisions every day under immense pressure. 

Yet, you are doing this work in a system that’s under-resourced, understaffed, and unsustainable. Chronic fatigue, unmanageable caseloads and unsafe workloads have become the norm. Enough is enough.


It’s time to rally at the electorate office of the Minister for Child Protection, Katrine Hildyard. 

We will rally because you cannot protect children without protecting the workers who care for them.

  • When: 12:30pm Wednesday 19th November
  • Where: Katrine Hildyard’s Office, 114 Beach Road, Christies Beach

Download the rally flyer here 

Click here for the rally and bus registration 


13 November 2025

EB25 IN THE MEDIA - PSA snap rally for fair pay for the SA Public Sector at the Office of Nick Champion



13 November 2025

PSA Snap Rally at Nick Champion's Office in photos 

PSA members in SA Housing Trust are seeing big changes in their work. 

The tenant demographic is shifting, and workers are now dealing daily with serious mental health issues, domestic violence, drug use, and illegal activity. Despite the growing challenges, Housing Trust workers are still undervalued and underpaid.


Yesterday, we took our EB campaign straight to Housing Minister Nick Champion’s office in Smithfield to demand fair pay and respect for the vital work these members do supporting South Australians in need.




10 November 2025

EB25: MEGA RALLY WITH PSA MARCH TO PARLIAMENT HOUSE 26.11.25

Enough is enough.

The State Government continues to ignore the voices of South Australia’s public sector workers - the people who keep this state running every single day. Their so-called “offer” is nowhere near good enough.

It’s time to stand together and send a message that cannot be ignored. Let’s show this government just how vital public sector workers are.

At 12:30pm on Wednesday 26th November 2025


We will be marching from Hindmarsh Square, corner of Pulteney Street and Grenfell Street, to Parliament House, North Terrace, for a rally. Police marshalled road closures will be in place for this march.

Public sectors workers are instructed to not return to their positions at the end of the rally so that we can maintain a half day stoppage and instead join the PSA for a BBQ. BBQ Details to follow. Yes. That's right. A half day stoppage across the entire public sector.

We’ve worked through crisis after crisis, kept essential services running, and supported our communities - yet the government refuses to pay us fairly.

We deserve better and together, we’ll make sure they know it.


Download the rally flyer here 

Click here for the rally and bus registration on 26 November 2025 



Read the full update


9 November 2025

PSA snap rally for fair pay at State Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis' office - in photos




9 November 2025

EB25 Snap Rally 12 Nov: Demand Safety & Fair Pay at Housing SAThe PSA is keeping the pressure firmly on the State Government to deliver a pay rise that truly reflects the worth of public sector workers and the vital work they do for South Australians every day. Our next rally will be on 12 November at Nick Champion's office.

The PSA has identified alarming failures across our state's housing systems. 

Homes that are not fit for habitation. Contact and customer service teams exposed daily to unsafe environments and abuse. Public housing being rushed through without proper safeguards. Maintenance teams unable to keep up with overwhelming demand.

To make matters worse, these issues aren’t new. Staff have been raising the alarm for years. This is simply not good enough.

Read the full update


8 November 2025

In the Media 

Sunday Mail ' SA prison assaults double as officers reveal violence crisis at Yatala'

"Public Service Association general secretary Charlotte Watson, who represents prison guards, said guards started on salaries as low as $58,000, which is well below their counterparts in other states. 

Over the past six years, officers have received just a 6 per cent pay rise.

Ms Watson argued prisons could not safely operate while workers were exhausted and underpaid.

“Every week we’re seeing assaults and chaos that could be prevented – if the government valued its own workforce,” she said.

The union is demanding a 20 per cent pay rise over 18 months for all their members to make up for what it says is years of stagnating pay."

Read the full article here


8 November 2025


"It caused scarring below my right knee and I still have issues with my left shoulder. I also get pins and needles in both my hands,” she said.


Ms Beneke, who is still working in the system after almost 23 years, detailed the traumatic incident to highlight the frightening reality of working as a correction officer in South Australia.


She was among officers calling for better pay and better work conditions at Wednesday’s snap rally – organised by the Public Service Association (PSA) – in front of treasurer Tom Koutsantonis’s electorate office at Torrensville."


Read the full article on the Adelaide Now website here

7 November 2025

Across the public sector, workers are facing unsafe conditions, short staffing and constant pressure. But this week, our focus is on SA Housing Trust workers - the people supporting our most vulnerable in a housing system that’s failing them.

Homes unfit to live in. Unsafe worksites. Overwhelming workloads. Staff have been raising the alarm for years and nothing has changed. It’s not good enough.

 Join us as we take our EB campaign straight to Housing Minister Nick Champion and stand with Housing Trust workers demanding fair pay and safe housing for all.

 

7 November 2025



6 November 2025

In the media 

Following yesterday's rally at SA Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis' Office yesterday, we’ve featured on The Advertiser facebook page, highlighting the widespread violence unfolding in South Australia’s prisons. Our corrections officers, like so many across the public sector, are under immense pressure from chronic short staffing and low pay. Despite this crisis, the government’s latest offer is nothing short of a slap in the face to the hardworking people who keep our state running. 


5 November 2025

PSA snap rally for fair pay at State Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis' office - in photos



5 November 2025

EB25 Know your rights re: Snap Rallies

Have you received an email from your employer advising that “the rally is not stop work action”? Or “your absence from duties is not authorised”?

Know Your Rights!

  •     You are allowed to attend the rally!
    •     The rally is stop work action!
    •     You are allowed to engage in industrial action!
    •     Your employer cannot stop you from leaving your workplace!
    •     You are allowed to be absent from duties for the period of your lunch break!

Read the full update here


4 November 2025 

In the Media - Radio Adelaide 101.5fm


31 October 2025 


30 October 2025 

The PSA is keeping the pressure firmly on the State Government to deliver a pay rise that truly reflects the worth of public sector workers and the vital work they do for South Australians every day.

Thousands of public sector workers have already turned out in force across the state, from Pt Augusta to Parliament House, and it worked! 

Premier Peter Malinauskas has now come to the table to resolve this agreement with urgency. 

But we still need your help!

We need to show that public sector workers are prepared to fight for what they deserve. 

We will be commencing weekly snap action rallies, every Wednesday throughout November or until a fair deal is reached. Put these dates in your calendar:

  • 12:30pm Wednesday 5th November - Location: Tom Koutsantonis’ Office

    • 12:30pm Wednesday 12th November. Location: TBC

    • 12:30pm Wednesday 19th November. Location: TBC

    • 12:30pm Wednesday 26th November. For a Mega Rally with PSA March to Parliament House      


The first rally will take place at Tom Koutsantonis’ Office

Location: 229 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville
Time: 12:30pm
Date: Wednesday 5th November 2025

Register for the Rally 


The PSA is providing return bus transportation, with limited pick-up locations to this rally. If you’re wanting a seat on the PSA bus, register for a spot ASAP. 

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30 October 2025 

Snap action rally at Tom Koutsantonis’ Office on Wednesday 5th November 2025

The PSA is keeping the pressure firmly on the State Government to deliver a pay rise that truly reflects the worth of public sector workers and the vital work they do for South Australians every day.

Thousands of public sector workers have already turned out in force across the state, from Pt Augusta to Parliament House, and it worked! 

Premier Peter Malinauskas has now come to the table to resolve this agreement with urgency. 

But we still need your help! We will be commencing weekly snap action rallies, every Wednesday throughout November or until a fair deal is reached.

Read the full update


28 October 2025

IN THE MEDIA



26 October 2025

IN THE MEDIA

Without proper investment, it’s only a matter of time before someone is seriously hurt or worse.
When officers are stretched thin and security measures fail, both workers and inmates pay the price.
We need urgent funding increases for staffing, training, and equipment, and a fair outcome in the current enterprise bargaining negotiations to properly recognise the dangerous nature of correctional work.




24 October 2025

 Weekend action paused—PSA members force talks to Ministerial level

Thousands of members taking action across the state have delivered a major breakthrough. 

After strong rallies and growing pressure, PSA leaders and members met directly with Premier Malinauskas and Deputy Premier Maher late Wednesday afternoon.

As a result, the Premier has agreed that negotiations will now be elevated to Cabinet level. This is a huge step forward and a clear sign that our action is working.

Read the full update here


23 October 2025

Urgent Worksite Rep (Delegate) meeting tomorrow at the PSA at 9:00am 

Our members keep this state moving - now we’re moving for a fair deal. Together, we’ve got this. Join us at the meeting to discuss EB negotiations and determine next steps


22 October 2025

Thank you to Tammy Franks MLC for championing vital improvements to the new Labour Hire Bill. These changes will bring much-needed transparency to labour hire use, hold government accountable, and ensure labour hire workers are subject to the same code of ethics as public servants. 


Big thanks again to Tammy for her ongoing support in ensuring all public servants receive fair pay




22 October 2025

Our signs at the rally last Wednesday spoke the truth. Fair pay. Respect. Real wage growth. 


21 October 2025

After years of being underpaid and underestimated, the PSA dragon has awoken. PSA members are wide awake, fired up, and ready to do what it takes to win fair pay once and for all. 


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17 October 2025

PSA MEMBERS! You showed up and sent a strong message to the government - we won’t settle for less than fair pay. The energy, the solidarity, t he power - incredible. We’re just getting warmed up

 


15 October 2025

IN THE MEDIA - 7 News


15 October 2025


1 October 2025

Port Augusta 

Location:  Port Augusta East Foreshore, Young & Tassie Streets
Date:          Thursday, 9 October 2025
Time:         12:30 pm

Register - Port Augusta

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Adelaide  

Location:  Parliament House, North Terrace, Adelaide
Date:          Wednesday, 15 October 2025
Time:         12:30 PM

Register - Adelaide

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Download Rally flyers for your workplace
EB25 Rally Posters.pdf


More information on the rallies



23 Sept 2025 - It's time to mobilise, EBA Rally


As a result of PSA member's feedback in response to the SA Government's EBA offer, we're holding state wide rallies.

Read the update here


17 Sept 2025 - Urgent Online Zoom Meetings

In response to the SA Government's offer, the PSA is hosting online meetings to discuss the offer, the EB survey that we have launched and the next steps from here. 

This is a crucial point in our campaign, to get the pay rise that we all need, we need everyone involved. Its time to make your voice heard!


Register for the meetings here


12 Sept 2025 - The SA Government has made an EBA offer 

Unfortunately, the offer falls short of what SA Public Sector workers need.

The Pay offer doesn't compensate for how far behind we are:

  • 3.75% in Aug 2025 
  • 3.5% in Aug 2026 
  • 3.25% in Aug 2027

Read the full details here


10 September 2025 - EB25 - It's about pay 

Key Points:

  •  The SA Government have indicated that an offer for a new enterprise agreement is imminent, including a wage offer.  

  • It is important that you closely monitor your emails and let your colleagues know that an offer is imminent. 

  •  Once the PSA receive this offer, members will have the first say through a survey. 

  • Our expectation is that this first offer will fall short of what is needed. If that is the case, now is the time for us to make a stand and show that the PSA and our members know what we are worth.

Read the full update here


9 September 2025 - Urgent Meeting - Worksite Reps Release Request


Dear Worksite Reps and Activists,

An urgent union meeting has been called for tomorrow, 

Read the full details here


13-19 August 2025 - Salaried EBA Update


Focus on: Professional Officers (POs) and Corrections Officers (COs)

“We go into work every day and feel defeated. It feels like our skills are taken for granted.”

New leadership has been in office for just five weeks, and there have now been more EB meetings than weeks in office, highlighting the urgency of delivering fair outcomes for public sector workers. 

The Enterprise Bargaining process is finally taking shape, and the pressure to make a proper wage offer is building. Recent meetings have focused on Professional Officers (POs) and Corrections Officers (COs), on the 13 August and 19 August respectively, giving members the chance to speak directly about the issues unique to their work - and why they must be addressed in this EB.

Read here


13 August 2025 - Weekly meeting 2#

Focus on: Administrative Service Officers (ASOs) 

“When you’re living pay cheque to pay cheque, what kind of life do you get to live?”  

That’s the question one PSA member put to their employer last week as ASOs from across the public sector – from TAFE to DHS, from CFS to the SA Museum – fronted the bargaining table to demand a 20% pay rise.  

How does Public Sector ASO roles compare to interstate?

This fight isn’t just about a few – it’s about 40,000 workers across the public service and their families.

 We are the people the Government calls “essential” – but they refuse to pay us accordingly. Right now, we’re 20%–30% behind other staff interstate doing similar work. 

That’s not just unfair – it’s unsustainable.  

Weekly EBA Meeting 2# .13 August 2025.pdf

Read the full update here


30 July 2025 - Salaried EBA Update. Weekly Meeting 1#

Focus on: Operational Services (OPs)

Image: Members who attended the PSA’s first weekly enterprise bargaining meeting with government are pictured with PSA General Secretary Charlotte (front, centre), Assistant General Secretary Celia (left) and Organising Lead Alen (right). 

 

DCP, SA Pathology, Housing Trust and DHS attended the meeting with the declared employer, with a focus on the OPS classification

Members spoke powerfully about the value of their work and the need for fair pay for the essential services they provide to the community. We thank them for sharing their stories.

I thought it was a great opportunity to get in front of people who can help form decisions. It was good to be heard, and I think it was good to have a group of us, from different agencies because we all have different experiences. And even for us (PSA members) to hear from each other on these experiences too”. A PSA member who attended the first weekly meeting.

Read the full update here



Flyers and Resources:

Meet our newly elected PSA leadership Team (A4) 30 July 2025.pdf

Salaried EB update 1 August 2025.pdf

Comparison of SA ASO roles to interstate

Weekly EBA Meeting 2# .13 August 2025.pdf

NEW EBA WEBSITE flyer.pdf

EB25+posters_A3.pdf

Urgent Online Meetings 18 sept + 22 sept 2025.pdf

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The Public Service Association is the principal union for public sector employees in South Australia.

Around 40,000 South Australian public sector employees are covered by an enterprise employment agreement titled:

 ‘South Australian Public Sector Enterprise Agreement 2021: Salaried’.

 

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