VHIA Weekly Podcast

In this episode, Stuart and Tim discuss the new clause 41A of the Nurses and Midwives Agreement and the recently released FAQ document. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 308 Duncan Baulch is joined by Stuart McCullough, CEO of VHIA. They discuss the four priority areas highlighted in the VHIA Workforce State Budget Submission 2025-26 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Duncan Baulch is joined by to Erica Tong, Deputy Director of Pharmacy at Alfred Health. They discuss the success and expansion of the Partnered Pharmacist Medication Charting program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This podcast continues our implementation series for the new Nurses and Midwives Agreement, this time focussing on the amended flexible working arrangements term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continuing the implementation series for the new Nurses and Midwives, this podcast puts the spotlight on amendments to clause 15, Managing Conduct and Performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This podcast continues our implementation series for the new Nurses and Midwives Agreement, focussing on changes to the Qualifications Allowance, clause 31. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Stuart and Tim continue the implementation series for the new Nurses and Midwives Agreement by unpacking clause 45, Rosters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast Stuart and Maddie discuss the amended fixed term employment provisions of the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employer Agreement 2024-2028, which follows recent changes to legislation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel and Bree host the third and final Closing Loopholes podcasts, addressing the Same Job Same Pay and Criminalising Wage Theft changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stuart and Tim discuss the new on call provisions of the (proposed) Nurses and Midwives Enterprise Agreement and explain the changes to ‘Accident Make Up Pay’, now retitled, ‘Compensation Make Up Pay’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Duncan Baulch is joined by Janet Hicks, Chief Operations Officer , Sunraysia Community Health Services (SCHS) . They discuss the implementation of a Community Paramedic role at SCHS, how they will evaluate the role, and its expansion to other community health service sites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Stuart McCullough and Tim Nagle talk through the changes to Part K of the Nurses and Midwives Agreement, which covers terms about Occupational Health and Safety. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Stuart McCullough and Tim Nagle as they summarise the key changes to Part G – Leave under the Nurses and Midwives Agreement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Stuart and Tim discuss a new term of the proposed Nurses and Midwives Agreement regarding the offer of additional shifts and the right to disconnect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss new provisions at clause 42A (Permanent Night Shift) and 42B (Night Shift Rostering Principles – other than permanent night shift employees).  The episode details the purpose behind these clauses and the actions required by Employers for compliance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode talks through the implementation issues that were the subject of VHIA Bulletin 3028, identifying what each provision is seeking to achieve and what actions an employer should take now to be ready for when the Agreement comes into operation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel and Bree host the second of three Closing Loopholes podcasts, focusing on the Acts themselves and the changes that have already occurred as part of the changes. Presenters: Daniel Pullin & Bree Mariner See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 289, Duncan Baulch is joined by Erin Southwell, Deputy Director of Nursing - Access, Coordination and Specialist Services at South West Healthcare. They discuss the implementation, success and response to South West Healthcare's Transition to Acute Program. Click here to view the video version of the podcast. Click here to sign up to the VHIA Yammer Network. For more information, visit...

In Episode 288, Stuart and Tim discuss a significant decision coming from the Fair Work Commission with respect to Aged Care. It’s a landmark decision concerning the setting of rates and gender equity and, given the level of member interest, we wanted to draw attention to it.  Click here to view the video version of the podcast. Click here to sign up to the VHIA Yammer Network. For more informatio...

In Episode 287, Daniel Pullin and Bree Marinier host the first of three Closing Loopholes podcasts, focussing on the Acts themselves and the changes that have already occurred as part of the changes. Click here to view the video version of the podcast. Click here to sign up to the VHIA Yammer Network. For more information, visit the VHIA website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

In Episode 286, Duncan Baulch is joined by Megan Hoffmann, the Director of Nursing Workforce at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. They discuss Royal Melbourne Hospital's approach to centralised recruitment and provide advice for members approaching this area. Click here to view the video version of the podcast. Click here to sign up to the VHIA Yammer Network. For more information, visit the VHIA webs...

In Episode 285, Duncan Baulch is joined by Adjunct Professor Shane Crowe, Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery at Western Health. They discuss Western Health’s ‘Workforce Data Journey’ and provide advice for members approaching this area. Click here to view the video version of the podcast. Click here to sign up to the VHIA Yammer Network. For more information, visit the VHIA website. See o...

In Episode 284, Bree Marinier and Maddi Batchelor discuss some key provisions within the New Maintenance Agreement. The discussion is focused around on-call & recall, breaks (including breaks between periods of work) and travelling, relocation & distant work. Click here to view the video version of the podcast. Click here to sign up to the VHIA Yammer Network. For more information, visit t...

In Episode 283, Bree Marinier and Maddi Batchelor discuss some key areas of the new Maintenance Agreement relating to the scope/coverage of the Agreement. This includes a discussion around the capital works initiative clause and the introduction of new study leave entitlements.  Click here to view the video version of the podcast. Click here to sign up to the VHIA Yammer Network. For more informat...

In Episode 282, Bree Marinier and Maddi Batchelor discuss the other priority implementation items within the new Maintenance Agreement, including superannuation on unpaid leave and the increase to an employee’s annual leave entitlement. Click here to view the video version of the podcast. Click here to sign up to the VHIA Yammer Network. For more information, visit the VHIA website. See omnystudio...