Document 1
From:
s 47F
To:
Bruinsma, Rina; s 47F
; O"Reilly, James
Subject:
FW: Bargaining policy [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Friday, 29 July 2022 4:29:28 PM
Attachments:
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Hi all
I had a conversation with Mel Donnelly from the CPSU regarding wages policy today.
I advised that:
· We are working on an interim policy and it would still be some weeks before that would
be announced.
· The Government would also discuss with the CPSU a longer term bargaining framework
and wages policy. I confirmed that the APSC would run those discussions with the CPSU.
(I think those discussion can start soon)
· For the interim policy we would be aiming to get an increase to people quickly when due
· The longer term framework is where we would look at reducing the fragmentation of
wages and conditions across the sector
Mel indicated:
· The CPSU would want to raise additional matters under the interim policy. These are
outlined in the email below
· They want to be able to have genuine bargaining under the interim policy and the longer
term framework.
I indicated they should raise those items with you when they meet next week.
The draft interim policy will allow for bargaining, however we will need to still work through the
expectations on bargaining. I expect to need some further discussion with the CPSU on the
interim policy and managing expectations on the issues below.
Happy to discuss further or clarify
Probably good if we have a quick conversation before your meeting with s 47F
next week.
s
47F
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From: Melissa Donnelly <xxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Friday, 29 July 2022 11:55 AM
To: s 47F
Cc: Rebecca Fawcett <xxxxxxx.xxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: Bargaining policy
Hi s
47F
I’ve set out below some thoughts around the terms of the bargaining policy. As discussed we will
raise this with the APSC as well next week, but are keen to make sure that we have the
opportunity to properly consult on the terms of the interim bargaining framework.
APS Bargaining Policies have always set out a range of policy parameters for agencies
undertaking enterprise bargaining. Obviously under the last Government, that included a range
of positions that prohibited or limited the ability of parties to agree on certain matters or
improve conditions (for example, the “no enhancements” clause).
The new bargaining framework should include key commitments the Government has made on
APS bargaining as set out in the APS WR Statement. For example:
- Agencies are to engage in fair and genuine bargaining
- That parties can bargain for improvements in conditions and rights
- That there is the capacity to negotiate back pay arrangements or date of effect pay rises
consistent with other industries and public sector organisations
- That the Government supports job security in the APS, including that the usual form of
engagement should be ongoing and a position regarding casual conversion
As previously flagged, consistent with the commitment to move to a service-wide process, we
would assume that the policy mandates a common NED and provides guidance to agencies
regarding pay consistent with the APS WR Statement.
There are also some other conditions matters that would be entirely consistent with the
Government’s position on APS and IR that should be included and in a number of cases are
notably absent in current enterprise agreements/ instruments.
- Consultation terms, consistent with circular
- Delegates’ rights terms
- Paid family and domestic violence leave
- Flexible work
- Dispute resolution with access to conciliation and arbitration in the Fair Work
Commission
Happy to discuss.
Regards,
Mel
Melissa Donnelly | National Secretary | CPSU | ph: 02 8204 5709 | m: 0406 420 951 |
pronouns: she/her | www.cpsu.org.au | member service centre: 1300 137 636
CPSU acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and
their continuing connection to culture, language, land, waters and community. We pay our
respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging.
Document 2
From:
s 47F
To:
Bruinsma, Rina
Cc:
O"Reilly, James; s 47F
Subject:
meeting with CPSU and wages [SEC=OFFICIAL]
Date:
Thursday, 4 August 2022 10:00:55 AM
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Hi Rina
As follow up from our meeting earlier in the week on wages I am still to have a full discussion
with the Minister on wages. I’ve had some initial feedback with preference for the single figure
without the productivity option but need to clarify some other points.
In terms of the CPSU I think the following message is what we can say at this point
· Government is working on a short term decision on managing wages policy. This is still a
few weeks from finalisation and communication
· We want to start discussion soon on a long term comprehensive wages policy
· We are committed to working to reduce fragmentation of wages and conditions and
would be taking that into account in the long term wages policy
· We would hope to finalise that policy and then move onto discussion on common
employment conditions
· APSC will set up meetings with CPSU to discuss the long term wages policy
Let me know if you are comfortable with that high level message and we will use the same.
Could you also let me know progress on the circular advice.
Thanks
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
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Document 3
From:
s 47F
To:
Bruinsma, Rina
Cc:
O"Reilly, James; Booth, Damien
Subject:
RE: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
Date:
Monday, 5 September 2022 11:33:58 AM
Attachments:
20220902 Draft interim policy PI comments.docx
DRAFT Interim Policy Letter for PM 1 September PI comments.docx
2022091 Summary of the Interim Public Sector Workplace Relations Policy 2022 PI comments.docx
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Hi
Some brief comments attached – noting I haven’t shared with the Minister yet
s
47F
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From: Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Sunday, 4 September 2022 2:08 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien <xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
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Hello s
47F
We would appreciate your review and comments on the attached. s 34(3)
We
discussed this with Finance on Friday and they agree that the letter would be the best
mechanism to enable this to occur, should the Minister wish to do so.
Regards,
Rina
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Document 4
From:
s 47F
To:
Bruinsma, Rina
Cc:
O"Reilly, James; Booth, Damien
Subject:
RE: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
Date:
Monday, 5 September 2022 1:16:57 PM
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Hi
Yes. Send up. The Minister may have additional comments but I think it is well drafted.
s
47F
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From: Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Monday, 5 September 2022 11:43 AM
To: s 47F
Cc: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien <xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: RE: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
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Thanks s
– if we update with your input included are you happy for this to come up through
PDMS?47F
Cheers
Rina
From: s 47F
Sent: Monday, 5 September 2022 11:26 AM
To: Bruinsma, Rina
<xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Cc: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien
<xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: RE: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
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Hi
Some brief comments attached – noting I haven’t shared with the Minister yet
s
47F
SEC=PROTECTED, CAVEAT=SH:CABINET
From: Bruinsma, Rina
<xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Sunday, 4 September 2022 2:08 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien
<xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
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Hello s
47F
We would appreciate your review and comments on the attached. s 34(3)
We
discussed this with Finance on Friday and they agree that the letter would be the best
mechanism to enable this to occur, should the Minister wish to do so.
Regards,
Rina
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Document 5
From:
O"Reilly, James
To:
s 47F
Cc:
Bruinsma, Rina
Subject:
RE: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
Date:
Monday, 5 September 2022 7:46:00 PM
Attachments:
20220905 Draft Interim Policy Letter for PM.docx
20220905 Summary of the Interim Public Sector Workplace Relations Policy 2022.docx
20220905v2 Draft Interim Policy.docx
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Hi s
47F
Further to our last conversation, I attach the three related documents for seeking the PM’s
endorsement of the Interim Arrangements. Key changes to the Interim Arrangements to bring
to your attention, include:
·
Remuneration approvals - We have removed the requirement for remuneration
approval or productivity assessments. We have included a requirement that agencies
with individual common law arrangements must report their intended actions (para 34).
We retain the assessment of all non-SES collective instruments which provides scrutiny
of timing and rate of adjustment.
·
FDV - We reference the APSC’s existing FDV Policy Framework template policy. We
currently have a page here with a link to the template policy. We will make other
changes to the FDV Support landing page for the release of the Interim Arrangements.
·
Timing - We have added clarity that any new increase or adjustment provided under the
Interim Arrangements applies prospectively, no sooner than the commencement of a
new workplace arrangement (para 31).
Subject to your review, we can progress through PDMS.
[Note - I have just noticed the spelling error on new cover page. We’ll rectify in the morning].
Thanks
James
From: s 47F
Sent: Monday, 5 September 2022 1:15 PM
To: Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Cc: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien <xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: RE: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
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Hi
Yes. Send up. The Minister may have additional comments but I think it is well drafted.
s
47F
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From: Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Monday, 5 September 2022 11:43 AM
To: s 47F
Cc: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien <xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: RE: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
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Thanks s – if we update with your input included are you happy for this to come up through
PDMS?47F
Cheers
Rina
From: s 47F
Sent: Monday, 5 September 2022 11:26 AM
To: Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Cc: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien <xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: RE: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
SEC=PROTECTED, CAVEAT=SH:CABINET
Hi
Some brief comments attached – noting I haven’t shared with the Minister yet
s
47F
SEC=PROTECTED, CAVEAT=SH:CABINET
From: Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Sunday, 4 September 2022 2:08 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien <xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: Draft Letter to PM - interim workplace relations arrangements [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
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Hello s
47F
We would appreciate your review and comments on the attached. s 34(3)
s 34(3)
We
discussed this with Finance on Friday and they agree that the letter would be the best
mechanism to enable this to occur, should the Minister wish to do so.
Regards,
Rina
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Document 6
From:
O"Reilly, James
To:
s 47F
; Briefs;
DLO.Gallagher; Booth, Damien; s 47F
; s 47F
; Vasudevan, Vidya
Subject:
MS22-000102 - Communications package for release of the Public Sector Interim Workplace Arrangements
2022 [SEC=PROTECTED, CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
Date:
Thursday, 15 September 2022 6:23:00 PM
Attachments:
MS22-000102.docx
Attachment A - Interim Arrangements - Media Release.docx
Attachment B - Interim Arrangements - Talking Points.docx
Attachment C - Draft letter to Portfolio Ministers.docx
Attachment D - Draft Letter to unions.docx
Attachment E - Union Coverage Table.docx
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Hi s
47F
I’m sending through an advanced copy of the attached Min Sub for your info. The Commissioner
has approved the submission and attachments and they should be processed through PDMS in
the morning.
I am out of the office tomorrow, but Damien is across the details if you would like to discuss. I’m
available on the mobile if needed.
Thanks
James
James O’Reilly
A/g Assistant Commissioner, Workplace Relations
Australian Public Service Commission
B Block, Treasury Building, Parkes Place West, PARKES ACT 2600
GPO Box 3176 CANBERRA ACT 2601
s 47F
w: www.apsc.gov.au
Document 6a
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PDR: MS22-000102
AUSTRALIAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
APS
Commissioner
Ms Vasudevan
Ms Rees
To: Minister for the Public Service (for decision by 21 September 2022 to support proposed
Ms Hazlewood
Mr O’Reil y
release circa 26 September 2022).
MO
MINISTERIAL BRIEF - COMMUNICATIONS PACKAGE FOR RELEASE OF PUBLIC SECTOR
Ms Goldsworthy
Mr Cronan
INTERIM WORKPLACE ARRANGEMENTS 2022
Mr Ingwersen
Recommendations - that you:
1.
Approve the media release at Attachment A.
Agreed / Not Agreed
2.
Note the talking points at Attachment B.
Noted / Please Discuss
3.
Approve the proposed draft template letter for you to send to Portfolio Ministers at
Attachment C.
Agreed / Not Agreed
4.
Note the proposed draft letter for the Australian Public Service Commissioner to send
to union stakeholders at Attachment D.
Noted / Please Discuss
5.
Note the union coverage table at Attachment E.
Noted / Please Discuss
/ /
Katy Gallagher
Comments:
Key Points:
s 34(3)
s 34(2)
s 34(3)
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2. s 34(3)
we have prepared
communication material for your consideration to support the release of the Interim
Arrangements on circa 26 September 2022.
General Communication material
3. To support the announcement of the Interim Arrangements, a draft media release is at
Attachment A for your consideration and approval.
4. Draft talking points are also provided at Attachment B.
Portfolio Ministers
s 34(3)
6. To address any doubt concerning the intended application of the Interim Arrangements,
we recommend that you write to Portfolio Ministers outlining that the Interim
Arrangements have been approved and are in force. This letter should also set out that
the Commission will be issuing further communication to all Agency Heads in the
Commonwealth employment sector, concerning application of the Interim
Arrangements. This wil be further supported through the Commission’s various
communication channels such as its Chief Negotiators’ Forum.
7. A template letter to your Portfolio Ministerial colleagues is provided at Attachment C.
Subject to your approval, we wil work with your office to prepare the final letters for
signature and distribution.
Union engagement
8. The Interim Arrangements wil be in place to provide an equitable remuneration increase
for employees while a more comprehensive policy framework is being developed by the
Commission. This process is a complex undertaking and wil include canvassing matters
on sector wide bargaining, including scope and the desired level of commonality in terms
and conditions of employment.
9. It wil be imperative to gain union buy-in to this process, particularly from the
Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU). There are a range of other unions that wil
also need to be involved in these discussions, including those that have coverage in
agencies that do not employ under the
Public Service Act 1999 (non-APS agencies).
10. The Commission proposes to write to unions to outline why the Australian Government
has taken the approach of providing an interim remuneration increase, ahead of
releasing a comprehensive workplace relations policy that includes an approach to
service wide bargaining. The draft letter at Attachment D provides a broad timeline and
invites unions listed in Attachment E to provide views on the development of the
comprehensive policy.
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11. Establishing the Commission as the point of contact for public sector workplace relations
matters ahead of developing a comprehensive workplace relations policy, will limit
the risk of you being drawn into bargaining negotiations or bargaining disputes at the
Fair Work Commission in the future.
12. Within the union correspondence, we intend to attach a copy of the Interim
Arrangements as well as a new document entitled ‘Objectives and principles for service
wide bargaining in the Commonwealth’. As an initial step in engagement with unions, we
ask for comments on this document ahead of a proposed consultation process to be
undertaken with al stakeholders over the remainder of 2022.
13. The Commission will also directly write to Agency Heads covering similar matters as
outlined in the proposed letter to unions.
Peter Woolcott
Contact Officer: James O’Reilly
Commissioner
Phone no: s 47F
Australian Public Service Commission
Consultation: Nil.
15 September 2022
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ATTACHMENTS
ATTACHMENT A
INTERIM ARRANGEMENTS - MEDIA RELEASE
ATTACHMENT B
INTERIM ARRANGEMENTS - TALKING POINTS
ATTACHMENT C
DRAFT LETTER TO PORTFOLIO MINISTERS
ATTACHMENT D
DRAFT LETTER FROM THE COMMISSION TO UNIONS
ATTACHMENT E
UNION COVERAGE TABLE
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Document 6b
Senator the Honourable Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance
Minister for the Public Service
Minister for Women
NEW INTERIM WORKPLACE RELATIONS ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE
COMMONWEALTH PUBLIC SECTOR
The Albanese Government has released a new interim workplace relations policy for
Commonwealth public servants delivering a 3 per cent increase to public servants
over the next 12 months to allow for proper consultation on longer term reform.
The Minister for the Public Service, Senator the Hon Katy Gallagher, announced
today the
Public Sector Interim Workplace Arrangements 2022 will apply to
Commonwealth employees with an annual pay increase due before 31 August 2023.
The interim arrangements importantly, allow time for full consideration of
comprehensive arrangements to support public service capability and the capacity to
deliver the Government’s reform agenda for Australians.
“Reinvigorating genuine bargaining, and establishing the public service as a model
employer, is a key focus of the Government. The Government is committed to
working with agencies, unions and employees to develop a comprehensive
workplace relations approach for the Commonwealth Public Service,” said Minister
Gallagher.
“This is a complex undertaking as there are significant differences in pay, terms and
conditions across the Commonwealth. The proposed reform will need to include
careful consideration and consultation on these matters.”
The interim arrangements:
• Ensure Commonwealth employees receive a fair, timely remuneration
increase while a new comprehensive workplace relations approach is being
developed.
• Highlight the Government’s commitment to ensuring genuine engagement
and consultation with employees and their representatives.
• Set the Government’s expectations of the Commonwealth as a model
employer. This includes a commitment to genuine consultation with
employees and their representatives.
The Australian Public Service Commission will issue supplementary guidance for
agencies on these important matters, including the expected steps towards future
arrangements in consultation with employees, and their representatives.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
PAT CRONAN – 0432 758 224
APSC CONTACT – xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx
Document 6c
SENATOR KATY GALLAGHER
MINISTER FOR FINANCE
MINISTER FOR WOMEN
MINISTER FOR THE PUBLIC SERVICE
TALKING POINTS
Public Sector Interim Workplace Arrangements 2022
Key messages
1.
The Government has announced the release of interim workplace relations
arrangements for Commonwealth employees – the
Public Sector Interim Workplace Arrangements 2022 (the Interim Arrangements).
2.
The Interim Arrangements are a short-term measure to allow for the
development of a new comprehensive approach to workplace relations in the
public sector.
3.
The Government is committed to reinvigorating genuine enterprise bargaining
in the Commonwealth public sector to take steps towards addressing
fragmentation in conditions and pay across agencies.
4.
This is a complex undertaking that will take time. Consultation with agencies,
employees and their representatives will be required to develop a
comprehensive approach to Commonwealth public sector bargaining.
5.
The Interim Arrangements provide a one-off remuneration increase of 3 per
cent. This is the largest Commonwealth wage increase since the Rudd
Government.
6.
This ensures employees receive an equitable remuneration increase while a
more comprehensive policy framework is being developed.
7.
The Interim Arrangements replace the
Public Sector Workplace Relations
Policy 2020, implemented under the previous Government.
Who do the Arrangement apply to?
8.
The Interim Arrangements apply to Australian Public Service (APS) and non-
APS Australian Government entities, and Members of Parliament Staff, subject
to certain exceptions, as set out in the Interim Arrangements.
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How do the Interim Arrangements differ from the Morrison Government’s
policy?
9.
The Interim Arrangements are a short term measure, primarily to allow
agencies to provide an equitable and timely remuneration increase to their
employees.
10. The Interim Arrangements apply to remuneration increases falling due between
1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023, applied prospectively from the date of
a new instrument.
11. This provides the Australian Public Service Commission time to develop and
consult on a broader, comprehensive workplace relations approach to
bargaining in Commonwealth agencies.
12. The Interim Arrangements remove the concept of wage increases aligned to
the Private Sector Wage Price Index (WPI). Agencies now have approval from
the Government to provide the one-off fixed wage increase of 3 per cent during
the arrangements’ operational period.
13. Agencies with a lower wage increase falling due during the period of the Interim
Arrangements should be increased to provide the full 3 per cent increase.
Why have the Interim Arrangements been introduced?
14. The previous Government’s workplace relations policy has been replaced to
promote wage growth in Commonwealth employment and better support fair
and genuine bargaining, where employees, their representatives and
employers are recognised.
15. Reinvigorating genuine bargaining is a key pillar of the Government’s
workplace relations platform, but it will take time to repair a damaged system.
16. Interim Arrangements are required to facilitate a timely remuneration increase
to employees while a comprehensive approach to bargaining is determined.
17. The Interim Arrangements provide a higher value wage adjustment for both
new and existing arrangements. This is the first key step in the broader
package of workplace relations reform for the Commonwealth public sector.
18. The Interim Arrangements lay the groundwork for considering service-wide
arrangements addressing fragmentation in remuneration and conditions across
Commonwealth agencies.
19. The Interim Arrangements encourage minimal changes to terms and conditions
in line with the intention of the broader policy work to address existing
variations.
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How will the new Interim Arrangements be implemented?
20. The Government supports efficient and effective methods of delivering
employees an interim wage increase.
21. Short-term determinations, under the
Public Service Act 1999 or other enabling
legislation, may be used to facilitate the one-off 3 per cent remuneration
increase, where it is scheduled to occur during the operation of the Interim
Arrangements.
22. Short-term determinations can also be used to top-up existing instruments to
deliver the full 3 per cent increase where they fall due during the term of the
Interim Arrangements.
Can an agency pay an increase of less than 3 per cent per annum?
23. The Interim Arrangements provide for all employees to receive a pay increase
of 3 per cent per annum.
24. This is an expected pay increase, not a wages cap.
25. The Government is looking to sensibly address pay fragmentation in
Commonwealth employment. A consistent pay increase avoids exacerbating
this situation.
26. For this reason, a pay increase of less than 3 per cent per annum would be
inconsistent with the Interim Arrangements.
Will I receive back pay?
27. Wage increases under the Interim Arrangements will apply prospectively from
the date an agency puts a new instrument in place.
28. As the Interim Arrangements apply between 1 September 2022 and 31 August
2023, any wage increase falling due between 1 September and the release of
the Interim Arrangements, will still be eligible for a 3 per cent increase, once a
new instrument is in force.
What about agencies currently in bargaining?
29. While the Interim Arrangements aim to avoid further disparity in terms and
conditions, agencies already in bargaining may continue their negotiations in
line with the requirements of the Interim Arrangements.
30. Requirements include ensuring effective consultation and respect for the role of
union delegates and other officials, who are essential pillars of the
Government’s workplace relations platform for the Commonwealth.
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31. Negotiated agreements should only be made for a 12 month duration and
incorporate minimal change to conditions to minimise the impact on addressing
disparity in future Commonwealth bargaining.
How was the figure of 3 per cent determined?
32. The one-off remuneration increase of 3 per cent is a reasonable increase that
will better advance the wages of valued Commonwealth employees.
33. It is based on an assessment of wage increases across State and Territory
Government employment, and the current fiscal environment.
34. A single rate reflects the Government’s commitment to fixing existing wage
disparity across Commonwealth employers, which will be addressed further
through future workplace relations arrangements.
Are there any other changes within the Interim Arrangements?
35. The Interim Arrangements demonstrate the Government’s commitment as a
model employer by outlining expectations on the following key elements:
•
Family and domestic violence support. Agencies are to provide
maximum support for employees affected by family and domestic violence.
Such measures should be in place and operational now, and agencies
must take steps to ensure the privacy and protection of employees that are
affected by family and domestic violence.
•
Workplace consultation: Agencies are to positively engage in
consultation with employees and unions. Under the Interim Arrangements,
agencies must implement practices that, where reasonable, go beyond the
model consultation clause prescribed by the
Fair Work Regulations 2009.
•
Union delegates rights: The role of union workplace delegates is to be
recognised and respected.
•
Dispute resolution: It is Government policy that the resolution of disputes
in the Commonwealth should occur in good faith and therefore follow the
same principles as the good faith bargaining requirements detailed at
section 228 of the
Fair Work Act 2009.
•
Flexibility: A renewed focus on providing workplace flexibility as a normal
feature of Commonwealth employment.
Will the future comprehensive arrangements include common terms and
conditions?
36. The Government understands the benefits of common conditions negotiated on
a service-wide level, with agency-specific terms negotiated at the agency level.
4
37. Future comprehensive arrangements will be developed in consultation with
agencies, employees and their representatives. The potential for more
commonality in terms and conditions will be explored with these stakeholders.
If the Government is committed to bargaining, why then do the new Interim
Arrangements discourage agencies from bargain?
38. The Interim Arrangements do not discourage bargaining. Instead, they are a
short term measure which sets the scene for the development of a
comprehensive enterprise bargaining policy to revitalise genuine bargaining in
the Commonwealth public sector.
39. In this context, the Interim Arrangements are an effective measure to provide
certainty for agencies and their employees while a new comprehensive
approach to workplace relations in the public sector is developed.
40. The Interim Arrangements aim to not disadvantage employees while
consultation takes place to inform the development of this comprehensive
approach.
41. The development of a future comprehensive policy is already a complex
undertaking given the existing disparity in pay, and other terms and conditions
across the Commonwealth arising from over two decades of decentralised
bargaining and restrictive government policies.
What if an agency is unable to afford 3 per cent, or are committed to a lesser
amount under its current workplace arrangement?
42. Where an agency identifies potential issues regarding affordability of the new
fixed once off 3 per cent remuneration increase, they are encouraged to
discuss their circumstances with the Australian Public Service Commission and
the Department of Finance.
43. The Interim Arrangements require agencies who already have a workplace
arrangement in place to make supplementary arrangements, so that employees
receive the full 3 per cent rate.
5
Document 6d
Attachment E – Commonwealth employment union coverage
Union/Organisation
1. Community and Public Service Union (CPSU)
2. Professionals Australia
3. Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU)
4. Communications Electrical Electric Electronic Energy Information Postal
Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (CEPU)
5. Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA)
6. Australian Services Union (ASU)
7. United Workers Union (UWU)
8. Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMMEU)
9. Civil Air Operations Officers Association of Australia (Civil Air)
10. Australian Salaried Medical Officers Federation (ASMOF)
11. Australian Nursing and Midwifery Association (ANMF)
12. Union of Christmas Island Workers (UCIW)
13. Australian Federal Police Association (AFPA)
14. Australian Institute of Marine and Power Engineers (AIMPE)
15. Finance Sector Union (FSU)
16. National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU)
17. Australian Workers Union (AWU)
18. The Australian Licensed Aircraft Engineers Association (ALAEA)
19. Australian Federation of Air Pilots (AFAP)
20. United Firefighters Union of Australia (UFUA)
Document 7
From:
s 47F
To:
O"Reilly, James
; Briefs;
DLO.Gallagher; Booth, Damien; s 47F
; s 47F
; Vasudevan, Vidya
Subject:
RE: MS22-000102 - Communications package for release of the Public Sector Interim Workplace
Arrangements 2022 [SEC=PROTECTED, CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
Date:
Friday, 16 September 2022 5:13:35 PM
Attachments:
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Attachment D - Draft Letter to unions PI comments.docx
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Hi James
Thanks for sending this through. Two comments.
The letter to Ministers refers to the new wages policy in the first paragraph. Would that be
better to refer to new interim wages arrangements, to be consistent with the language.
I’ve got some suggestions on the attachment to the union letter. Overall the letter looks good.
Just comments on the attachment. We need to clarify the draft timeframes.
s
47F
SEC=PROTECTED, CAVEAT=SH:CABINET
From: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Thursday, 15 September 2022 6:24 PM
To: s 47F
; Briefs <xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>;
DLO.Gallagher <xxx.xxxxxxxxx@xxx.xxx.xx>; Booth, Damien <xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>;
s 47F
; s 47F
;
Vasudevan, Vidya <xxxxx.xxxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: MS22-000102 - Communications package for release of the Public Sector Interim
Workplace Arrangements 2022 [SEC=PROTECTED, CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
PROTECTED//CABINET
Hi s
47F
I’m sending through an advanced copy of the attached Min Sub for your info. The Commissioner
has approved the submission and attachments and they should be processed through PDMS in
the morning.
I am out of the office tomorrow, but Damien is across the details if you would like to discuss. I’m
available on the mobile if needed.
Thanks
James
James O’Reilly
A/g Assistant Commissioner, Workplace Relations
Australian Public Service Commission
B Block, Treasury Building, Parkes Place West, PARKES ACT 2600
GPO Box 3176 CANBERRA ACT 2601
s 47F
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From:
Woolcott, Peter
To:
s 47F
Cc:
s 47F
Bruinsma, Rina; O"Reilly, James; DLO.Gallagher; s 47F
; s 47F
Subject:
Re: Interim workplace arrangements announcements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Wednesday, 21 September 2022 10:24:30 AM
Thanks s
and we will update the brief for Friday.
47F
Peter
Sent from my iPhone
On 21 Sep 2022, at 10:05 am, s 47F
s 47F
wrote:
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi all
We’ve had some discussion in the office on the interim workplace arrangements
announcements. We will plan on the following.
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Minister to cover it in a media briefing
on Wednesday 28 September
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Possibly do a media drop on the evening
of Tuesday 27 September
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->FMO advise CPSU on Monday 26 Sept
that we will announce on 28 September
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->FMO contact CPSU on late afternoon of
27 Sept to advise of details subject to agreement to confidentiality
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->FMO potentially contact ASU, and on
advice from APSC, any other unions on 27 Sept to advise of details subject
to agreement to confidentiality
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->FMO to liaise with Minister Burke’s
office
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Possible Government question in the
Senate on Wednesday 28 September – TBC
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Covers wages and other circulars
APSC to manage communication with COOs and Secretaries prior to announcement
Could you update the draft brief and send through by Friday early afternoon.
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Draft media release – we’ll review
current draft in this office
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Q&A - we’ll review current draft in this
office
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Update QTB – to include post
announcement QTB
<!--[if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Letter to Unions – update the
attachment to be less specific on the timeframes for 2023. Reference APSC
will commence discussions this year with unions/agencies, stakeholders
about the bargaining framework and aim to negotiate on common core
conditions in 2023. That gives flexibility to further consider timing and the
associated issues.
Thanks
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 9
From:
s 47F
To:
O"Reilly, James
Subject:
RE: Interim workplace arrangements announcements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Wednesday, 21 September 2022 1:23:39 PM
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
No response yet. I did follow up early in the week and will check again. Had been hoping the
acting PM would sign.
s
47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
From: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Wednesday, 21 September 2022 1:00 PM
To: s 47F
Subject: RE: Interim workplace arrangements announcements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Thanks s . We’re working towards the below plan. Any word on a response from the
PM/PMO?
47F
James
From: s 47F
Sent: Wednesday, 21 September 2022 10:04 AM
To: s 47F
Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>;
Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Cc: DLO.Gallagher <xxx.xxxxxxxxx@xxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
s 47F
Subject: Interim workplace arrangements announcements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi all
We’ve had some discussion in the office on the interim workplace arrangements
announcements. We will plan on the following.
· Minister to cover it in a media briefing on Wednesday 28 September
· Possibly do a media drop on the evening of Tuesday 27 September
· FMO advise CPSU on Monday 26 Sept that we will announce on 28 September
· FMO contact CPSU on late afternoon of 27 Sept to advise of details subject to agreement
to confidentiality
· FMO potentially contact ASU, and on advice from APSC, any other unions on 27 Sept to
advise of details subject to agreement to confidentiality
· FMO to liaise with Minister Burke’s office
· Possible Government question in the Senate on Wednesday 28 September – TBC
· Covers wages and other circulars
APSC to manage communication with COOs and Secretaries prior to announcement
Could you update the draft brief and send through by Friday early afternoon.
· Draft media release – we’ll review current draft in this office
· Q&A - we’ll review current draft in this office
· Update QTB – to include post announcement QTB
· Letter to Unions – update the attachment to be less specific on the timeframes for 2023.
Reference APSC will commence discussions this year with unions/agencies, stakeholders
about the bargaining framework and aim to negotiate on common core conditions in
2023. That gives flexibility to further consider timing and the associated issues.
Thanks
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
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Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
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From:
O"Reilly, James
To:
s 47F
Cc:
Bruinsma, Rina; Hagan, Martyn; s 47F
Subject:
Wages policy interaction with Australian Defence Force remuneration [SEC=PROTECTED,
CAVEAT=SH:CABINET]
Date:
Friday, 23 September 2022 10:07:00 AM
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Hi s
47F
I’m writing to raise the possible application of the revised wages policy to an upcoming wage
increase for the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
The ADF have a general wage increase of 2.00 per cent scheduled for 10 November 2022. As
you are aware, the Interim Arrangements specifically exclude the ADF, yet past practice has seen
the ADF apply the Government of the day’s wages cap under previous workplace relations
policies. This included the Morrison Government’s six month pause in 2020.
ADF remuneration is determined by the independent Defence Force Remuneration Tribunal
(DFRT) where the APSC, representing the Minister for the Public Service, advocates on behalf of
the Government. While most pay cases are conducted with the Commonwealth as a respondent
to ADF proposals, it is established practice for triennial Workplace Remuneration Arrangements,
which provide headline wage increases, to be advanced as an ‘agreed matter’ between the ADF
and the Commonwealth.
It is possible that Defence will seek the Minister’s support to make a joint agreed submission to
the DFRT between the Minister for the Public Service and the Chief of the Defence Force, for the
10 November 2022 pay increase to be increased from 2.00 per cent to 3.00 per cent – consistent
with the revised wages policy.
In a separate yet related case, the ADF is proposing a significant reform to its system of
allowances. This reform will benefit some members and disadvantage others, leading the ADF to
propose a one-off $2,000 base salary increase to offset any financial disadvantage a member
might experience. This proposal is being considered by the DFRT in September and October,
with implementation expected in May 2023.
At this point, I propose to provide the DFRT with a briefing next week out of session on the
release of the Interim Arrangements. We can then consider further steps should Defence seek
to pursue an adjustment to the scheduled November increase. Defence is otherwise expected to
start preparing for a new three year workplace remuneration arrangement early next year to
take effect by November 2023.
I am happy to discuss sensitivities and a way forward.
James
James O’Reilly
A/g Assistant Commissioner, Workplace Relations
Australian Public Service Commission
B Block, Treasury Building, Parkes Place West, PARKES ACT 2600
GPO Box 3176 CANBERRA ACT 2601
s 47F
w: www.apsc.gov.au
Document 11
From:
s 47F
To:
Woolcott, Peter; s 47F
; Bruinsma, Rina; O"Reilly, James
Subject:
Media on interim workplace arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 27 September 2022 8:23:49 AM
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi all
The Acting PM has signed the interim workplace arrangements.
Following a discussion with s 47F
from our media team and the Minister we probably
won’t announce on Wednesday due to the current sitting schedule and lack of availability for
media. We are looking at options for when to announce and I’ll come back to you during the
day.
Could you let me know how much notice you need for the letters to agency heads and COOs
communication. I don’t think the Comms brief has formally been signed off yet.
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 12
From:
s 47F
To:
s 47F
; Woolcott, Peter; Bruinsma, Rina; O"Reilly, James
Subject:
RE: Media on interim workplace arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 27 September 2022 10:19:30 AM
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Thanks s
47F
s 47F
Chief of Staff
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 27 September 2022 10:16 AM
To: s 47F
; Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>;
Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: RE: Media on interim workplace arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
The Comms brief is now signed off with just a couple of small changes to the union letter.
Our office still needs to finalise the media release.
I think most likely is later this week and will plan to ensure enough notice.
s
47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 27 September 2022 8:36 AM
To: s 47F
; Woolcott, Peter
<xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James
<James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: RE: Media on interim workplace arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Thanks s
– noted.
47F
Whilst we only need an hour or so for dispatch of letters, half a day lead time would be ideal to
ensure no surprises for agency heads and COOs. We had planned to advise these groups (under
embargo) this evening, ahead of a Wednesday morning release.
Thanks
s 47F
s 47F
Chief of Staff
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 27 September 2022 8:22 AM
To: Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: Media on interim workplace arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi all
The Acting PM has signed the interim workplace arrangements.
Following a discussion with s 47F
from our media team and the Minister we probably
won’t announce on Wednesday due to the current sitting schedule and lack of availability for
media. We are looking at options for when to announce and I’ll come back to you during the
day.
Could you let me know how much notice you need for the letters to agency heads and COOs
communication. I don’t think the Comms brief has formally been signed off yet.
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
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Document 13
From:
s 47F
To:
O"Reilly, James
Subject:
RE: Union contact details [SEC=OFFICIAL]
Date:
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 11:43:58 AM
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Thanks
I still need to confirm the date. I note the comment about the ASU and will factor that into
timing.
s
47F
SEC=OFFICIAL
From: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Wednesday, 28 September 2022 11:21 AM
To: s 47F
Subject: Union contact details [SEC=OFFICIAL]
OFFICIAL
Hi s
47F
Below are the details for Jeff Lapidos – Branch Secretary of the ASU Taxation Officers’ Branch.
Note the warning below from the ATO.
Attached are also details for Professionals Australia. Note, s 47F
is the main contact for the
current CASA MSD, which is scheduled for a directions hearing with the FWC on Friday. CASA
will be contesting the application.
Thanks
James
From: Alison Stott
<xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Wednesday, 28 September 2022 10:03 AM
To: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Cc: Employee And Industrial Relations <
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx@xxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: RE: Contact details for the ASU Taxation Officers' Branch [SEC=OFFICIAL]
Thanks James
Thanks for letting me know. It would be good if you could let me know at the same time as Jeff is
likely to start alerting staff and media also and I can be prepared to respond.
Details are
Jeff Lapidos
Branch Secretary
Australian Services Union | Taxation Officers’ Branch
116 Queensberry Street Carlton South VIC 3053
M: 0419 335 675
E: xxxx.xxxxxxx@xxxxxx.xxn.au
W: www.asutax.asn.au
Thanks Alison
From: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Wednesday, 28 September 2022 8:53 AM
To: Alison Stott
<xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: Contact details for the ASU Taxation Officers' Branch [SEC=OFFICIAL]
EXTERNAL EMAIL: EXERCISE CAUTION
OFFICIAL
Hi Alison
I’m reaching out to see if you have contact details for Jeff Lapidos.
We are preparing for a launch of a new Government workplace relations policy shortly and the
Minister’s Office may touch base with a couple of identified unions to give a heads up on the
imminent release. This won’t be detailed information but a curtesy call that it’s coming.
The Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner will reach out to Agency Heads and COOs with
further info before release.
Happy to discuss
James
James O’Reilly
A/g Assistant Commissioner, Workplace Relations
Australian Public Service Commission
B Block, Treasury Building, Parkes Place West, PARKES ACT 2600
GPO Box 3176 CANBERRA ACT 2601
s 47F
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Document 14
From:
s 47F
To:
s 47F
; O"Reilly, James
; Bruinsma, Rina; Woolcott, Peter
Subject:
interim wages arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Friday, 30 September 2022 4:00:11 PM
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
The Minister has indicated we’ll aim to Wednesday for the wages going public. Will confirm on
Tuesday
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 15
From:
Bruinsma, Rina
To:
s 47F
Subject:
RE: interim wages arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Friday, 30 September 2022 4:00:00 PM
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Thanks for the heads up! I hope you (and the Minister!) get some down time over the long
weekend.
From: s 47F
Sent: Friday, 30 September 2022 3:59 PM
To: s 47F
; O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>;
Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: interim wages arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
The Minister has indicated we’ll aim to Wednesday for the wages going public. Will confirm on
Tuesday
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 16
From:
s 47F
To:
s 47F
l
; O"Reilly, James; Bruinsma, Rina; Woolcott, Peter
Subject:
RE: interim wages arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Friday, 30 September 2022 4:00:46 PM
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Thanks s
47F
s 47F
Chief of Staff
From: Ingwersen, Paul <xxxx.xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx.xxx.xx>
Sent: Friday, 30 September 2022 3:59 PM
To: Rees, Emma <xxxx.xxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>;
Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: interim wages arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
The Minister has indicated we’ll aim to Wednesday for the wages going public. Will confirm on
Tuesday
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 17
From:
s 47F
To:
O"Reilly, James; s 47F
; Woolcott, Peter; Bruinsma, Rina
Subject:
interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 4 October 2022 8:58:07 AM
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
I hope to be able to confirm in the middle of the day if we will announce the interims wages
policy tomorrow.
Just need to reconfirm availability of the Minister tomorrow and check in with the PMO on
media. We will work on a timeframe that gives you enough space to get out the advice to COOs
and Secretaries. Pat is doing some work on the media release.
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 18
From:
Bruinsma, Rina
To:
s 47F
Subject:
RE: interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 4 October 2022 9:02:00 AM
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Thanks s
47F
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 8:56 AM
To: O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
;
Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
I hope to be able to confirm in the middle of the day if we will announce the interims wages
policy tomorrow.
Just need to reconfirm availability of the Minister tomorrow and check in with the PMO on
media. We will work on a timeframe that gives you enough space to get out the advice to COOs
and Secretaries. s is doing some work on the media release.
47
F
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
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Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
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Document 19
From:
s 47F
To:
s 47F
Cc:
s 47F
Subject:
Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 4 October 2022 12:38:08 PM
Attachments:
221004 MR APS Wages - PC v3 (clean).docx
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi s ,
47F
I’ve attached my office changes to the MR for the ages announcement. Waiting for the minister
to get out of ERC to tick and let us embark on the journey with a drop + stakeholders etc.
Can you please review this version at your end and make sure that its fine in a fact check sense.
Thanks,
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | Minister for the Public Service | Minister for Women
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
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Document 20
From:
s 47F
To:
Woolcott, Peter
; Bruinsma, Rina; O"Reilly, James; s 47F
Cc:
Media Enquiries
Subject:
[FOR ACTION ASAP] Draft media release - interim workplace relations arrangement
[SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 4 October 2022 1:07:24 PM
Attachments:
221004 MR APS Wages - PC v3 (clean).docx
Importance:
High
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Hi all – please see attached the revised media release announcing the interim workplace
relations arrangement.
I would appreciate your advice on if any changes are recommended.
Cheers
s
47F
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 12:35 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: s 47F
Subject: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi s
47F
I’ve attached my office changes to the MR for the ages announcement. Waiting for the minister
to get out of ERC to tick and let us embark on the journey with a drop + stakeholders etc.
Can you please review this version at your end and make sure that its fine in a fact check sense.
Thanks,
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | Minister for the Public Service | Minister for Women
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
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Document 21
From:
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To:
s 47F
Cc:
s 47F
; Woolcott, Peter; Bruinsma, Rina; O"Reilly, James; s 47F
Subject:
RE: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 4 October 2022 2:21:46 PM
Attachments:
221004 MR APS Wages - PC v3 (clean) JP comments.docx
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Hi s
47
Thanks for sending through the draft media release for fact checking.
F
We have highlighted one
section that should be revised so as to not raise unreasonable expectations about the timing of
the new wage increase.
All employees will be eligible for the revised wage increase during the life of the Interim
Arrangements as their annual wage increase falls due. That means some will wait until 2023
before they receive their revised wage increase.
Could you please let me know when you plan to distribute the release, so we can start
distributing letters to relevant stakeholders?
Let me know if you have any questions.
Cheers
s
47F
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 12:35 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: s 47F
Subject: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi s
47F
I’ve attached my office changes to the MR for the ages announcement. Waiting for the minister
to get out of ERC to tick and let us embark on the journey with a drop + stakeholders etc.
Can you please review this version at your end and make sure that its fine in a fact check sense.
Thanks,
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | Minister for the Public Service | Minister for Women
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 22
From:
s 47F
To:
s 47F
Subject:
RE: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 4 October 2022 2:36:00 PM
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Thanks s
47F
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 2:33 PM
To: s 47F
s 47F
Cc: Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina
<xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
Subject: RE: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
We will delay the media on the APS wages by a day. The Minster is short of time today and give
the timeframes for getting letters our, best to delay it. I’ll reconfirm in the morning.
s
47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 2:22 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: s 47F
Woolcott, Peter
<xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James
<James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
Subject: RE: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Hi s
47
Thanks for sending through the draft media release for fact checking.
F
We have highlighted one
section that should be revised so as to not raise unreasonable expectations about the timing of
the new wage increase.
All employees will be eligible for the revised wage increase during the life of the Interim
Arrangements as their annual wage increase falls due. That means some will wait until 2023
before they receive their revised wage increase.
Could you please let me know when you plan to distribute the release, so we can start
distributing letters to relevant stakeholders?
Let me know if you have any questions.
Cheers
s
47F
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 12:35 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: s 47F
Subject: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi s ,
47F
I’ve attached my office changes to the MR for the ages announcement. Waiting for the minister
to get out of ERC to tick and let us embark on the journey with a drop + stakeholders etc.
Can you please review this version at your end and make sure that its fine in a fact check sense.
Thanks,
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | Minister for the Public Service | Minister for Women
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
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Document 23
From:
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s 47F
s 47F
Cc:
Woolcott, Peter; Bruinsma, Rina; O"Reilly, James
Subject:
RE: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Tuesday, 4 October 2022 2:37:44 PM
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Noted, thanks s
47F
s 47F
Chief of Staff
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 2:33 PM
To: s 47F
s 47F
Cc: Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina
<xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James <James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
Subject: RE: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
We will delay the media on the APS wages by a day. The Minster is short of time today and give
the timeframes for getting letters our, best to delay it. I’ll reconfirm in the morning.
s
47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 2:22 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: s 47F
Woolcott, Peter
<xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James
<James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
Subject: RE: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
Hi s
47
Thanks for sending through the draft media release for fact checking.
F
We have highlighted one
section that should be revised so as to not raise unreasonable expectations about the timing of
the new wage increase.
All employees will be eligible for the revised wage increase during the life of the Interim
Arrangements as their annual wage increase falls due. That means some will wait until 2023
before they receive their revised wage increase.
Could you please let me know when you plan to distribute the release, so we can start
distributing letters to relevant stakeholders?
Let me know if you have any questions.
Cheers
s
47F
From: s 47F
Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2022 12:35 PM
To: s 47F
Cc: s 47F
Subject: Draft MR on wages announcement [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi s
47F
I’ve attached my office changes to the MR for the ages announcement. Waiting for the minister
to get out of ERC to tick and let us embark on the journey with a drop + stakeholders etc.
Can you please review this version at your end and make sure that its fine in a fact check sense.
Thanks,
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | Minister for the Public Service | Minister for Women
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
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Document 24
From:
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To:
Woolcott, Peter
; Bruinsma, Rina; s 47F
; O"Reilly, James
Cc:
s 47F
Subject:
Release of APS interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Wednesday, 5 October 2022 9:37:15 AM
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
The Minister has approved the release of the APS interim employment arrangements for
Thursday (and also related circulars on consultation etc).
Can you send out the letters to Secretaries and COOs today on the basis it is confidential until
tomorrow.
We will have the final media release signed off hopefully around midday, with the plan to drop it
with selected media later this afternoon to appear tomorrow morning.
The PMO has ticked off on the release.
For Comms from this end today I will:
· Contact Minister Burke’s office to confirm the release and provide them a copy of the
media and policy
· Contact CPSU and brief them on the interim arrangements
· Contact ASU, Professionals Australia and AMWU and advise that the arrangements will
be public on Thursday and I’ll follow up with another call tomorrow to talk them through
the policy
APSC to send letters to unions after release.
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 25
From:
s 47F
To:
s 47F
; Woolcott, Peter; Bruinsma, Rina; O"Reilly, James
Cc:
s 47F
; s 47F
; s 47F
Subject:
RE: Release of APS interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Thursday, 6 October 2022 8:27:55 AM
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
s
47F
Confirming with you that the link to the Interim policy is now live:
Public Sector Interim
Workplace Arrangements 2022.
Agency Heads and COOs were advised yesterday, and letters from the Commissioner to all
unions will go out shortly.
Kind regards
s 47F
s 47F
Chief of Staff
From: s 47F
Sent: Wednesday, 5 October 2022 9:35 AM
To: Woolcott, Peter <xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina
<xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
; O'Reilly, James
<James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Cc: s 47F
s 47F
Subject: Release of APS interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
The Minister has approved the release of the APS interim employment arrangements for
Thursday (and also related circulars on consultation etc).
Can you send out the letters to Secretaries and COOs today on the basis it is confidential until
tomorrow.
We will have the final media release signed off hopefully around midday, with the plan to drop it
with selected media later this afternoon to appear tomorrow morning.
The PMO has ticked off on the release.
For Comms from this end today I will:
· Contact Minister Burke’s office to confirm the release and provide them a copy of the
media and policy
· Contact CPSU and brief them on the interim arrangements
· Contact ASU, Professionals Australia and AMWU and advise that the arrangements will
be public on Thursday and I’ll follow up with another call tomorrow to talk them through
the policy
APSC to send letters to unions after release.
s
47F
s 47F
Senior Adviser | Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Document 26
From:
s 47F
To:
s 47F
Woolcott, Peter
; Bruinsma, Rina; O"Reilly, James
Subject:
RE: Release of APS interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
Date:
Thursday, 6 October 2022 8:49:22 AM
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
Feedback from unions so far
· CPSU has generally welcomed it, noting the commitment to move to service wide
negotiations. Some people aren’t confident that service wide negotiations will happen,
so the policy will assist to confirm that. 3% is less than what they are seeking, but they
will reference that service wide negotiations will be an opportunity to pursue better
outcomes.
· AMWU – welcomed the contact and communication - no specific comments on it
· ASU – tax branch. Not happy with the approach as they want to undertake bargaining
with the ATO and believe this stops bargaining. The ATO paid 2% in early August and he
said they won’t wait till August 2023 for the increase. Not really interested in the service
wide bargaining as he sees the ATO conditions as being the best. He will participate in
the APSC process but we can expect some push back from the ASU.
· Professionals Australia – called and sent the information but no response.
s
47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
From: s 47F
Sent: Thursday, 6 October 2022 8:28 AM
To: s 47F
Woolcott, Peter
<xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina <xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; O'Reilly, James
<James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Cc: s 47F
s 47F
Skinner, Melanie <xxxxxxx.xxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>;
s 47F
Subject: RE: Release of APS interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
OFFICIAL: Sensitive
s
47F
Confirming with you that the link to the Interim policy is now live:
Public Sector Interim
Workplace Arrangements 2022.
Agency Heads and COOs were advised yesterday, and letters from the Commissioner to all
unions will go out shortly.
Kind regards
s 47F
s 47F
Chief of Staff
From: s 47F
Sent: Wednesday, 5 October 2022 9:35 AM
To: Woolcott, Peter
<xxxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; Bruinsma, Rina
<xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>; s 47F
O'Reilly, James
<James.O'xxxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Cc: s 47F
s 47F
Subject: Release of APS interim employment arrangements [SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive]
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
Hi
The Minister has approved the release of the APS interim employment arrangements for
Thursday (and also related circulars on consultation etc).
Can you send out the letters to Secretaries and COOs today on the basis it is confidential until
tomorrow.
We will have the final media release signed off hopefully around midday, with the plan to drop it
with selected media later this afternoon to appear tomorrow morning.
The PMO has ticked off on the release.
For Comms from this end today I will:
· Contact Minister Burke’s office to confirm the release and provide them a copy of the
media and policy
· Contact CPSU and brief them on the interim arrangements
· Contact ASU, Professionals Australia and AMWU and advise that the arrangements will
be public on Thursday and I’ll follow up with another call tomorrow to talk them through
the policy
APSC to send letters to unions after release.
s
47F
s 47F
s 47F
| Office of Senator Katy Gallagher
Minister for Finance | | Minister for Women | Minister for the Public Service
Senator for the Australian Capital Territory
s 47F
SEC=OFFICIAL:Sensitive
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Document 27
From:
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To:
s 47F
; s 47F
Cc:
Media Enquiries
Subject:
RE: Interim Workplace Arrangements and Circulars [SEC=OFFICIAL]
Date:
Thursday, 6 October 2022 10:08:24 AM
SEC=OFFICIAL
Sure can, thanks.
All quiet so far but they will come J
s
47F
SEC=OFFICIAL
From: s 47F
Sent: Thursday, 6 October 2022 9:25 AM
To: s 47F
s 47F
Cc: Media Enquiries <xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx>
Subject: Interim Workplace Arrangements and Circulars [SEC=OFFICIAL]
OFFICIAL
Morning
We’re ready to help draft responses to any media enquiries received on the Public Sector Interim
Workplace Arrangements 2022 and three circulars that were released today.
Could you please direct any requests through to our xxxxx@xxxx.xxx.xx inbox with a deadline
on when you require a response?
Cheers
s 47F
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