ANNUAL report - Queensland Nurses Union

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SOCIALInternational Nurses’ Day andInternational Day of the MidwifeIn May this year nurses and midwives celebrated ourprofession as part of International Nurses’ Day andInternational Day of the Midwife.Along with special events that occurred in workplacesacross the state, the QNU and Queensland NursingCouncil (QNC) hosted a breakfast in Brisbane tocelebrate the important days.The breakfast raised over $3800 which was donatedto the 139 Club, a homeless shelter in Brisbane thatprovides meals, clothing and health facilities includingnursing, to those less fortunate. The QNU also providesother ad hoc support to the 139 Club throughout theyear.QNU Finance Officer, Jocelyn Connor, picture with our newair conditioning cooling towerreceived a 3 ½ star building efficiency energy ratingand we’re looking to achieve 4 stars in our nextreport (buildings of the QNU Brisbane office’s age arenormally rated with 2 ½ stars).Measures undertaken to date have included staffeducation, installing water tanks and dual flush toilets,replacing lighting with energy efficient fluorescent lightsas well as sensor lights in common areas and installingcarbon dioxide sensors for basement fans. These measureswill also serve to reduce long-term energy costs.Once we achieve the desirable energy rating, we will thenlook to address water usage and waste minimisation.We hope this program will also have a flow on effectoutside the office and we are now working towardssharing our experiences and expertise with other unions.For more information visit the CitySwitch website onwww.cityswitch.net.auUnion Aid Abroad -APHEDAThe QNU continued its supportof Union Aid Abroad - APHEDAduring the 2009/10 financial yearthrough financial assistance forspecific health initiatives.Australian People for Health, Education and DevelopmentAbroad (APHEDA) was created in 1984 as the overseas aidagency of the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)in recognition of the union movement’s responsibility tocontribute directly to countries and regions of the worldaffected by injustices and human rights issues.Left to right: Sharyn Hopkins, QNU Professional Officer,Rod Kelly, 139 Club Manager, and Ross MacDonald,QNC Executive OfficerReconciliation Action PlanThe QNU continues to support the ANF’sReconciliation Action Plan which was endorsed at theANF National Delegates Conference in October 2007.The Action Plan is part of the ANF’s strategic planand a report on progress made to the ANF Councilannually.Key criteria which are reported against includeconsulting with others, demonstrating leadership,boosting capacity and developing awareness.18 | Annual Report 2009-2010 | Queensland Nurses’ Union of Employees
PoliticalStrategic objective:»»Maximise the influence of the QNU in political processes.The QNU has been active in seeking to influencepolitical processes to achieve positive outcomes fornurses and midwives, our profession, and the broadercommunity.SubmissionsOver the past financial year, the QNU madesubmissions to various agencies and authoritiesto promote the interests of members and raisethe political profile of our Union. Submissionsincorporating industrial, professional and other issuesof concern or relevance to members have included thefollowing:»»The Senate Foreign Affairs, Defence and TradeCommittee Inquiry into Matters Relating to TheTorres Strait Region;»»The Department of Immigration and CitizenshipReview of the Skilled Migration Points Test;»»Appearance before and submission to the QueenslandParliament Law, Justice and Safety Committee Inquiryinto Alcohol Related Violence;»»Appearance before the Joint Standing Committee onMigration Inquiry into Migration Treatment of Peoplewith a Disability;»»Review of the Whistleblowers Protection Act1994 (Submission to Queensland Public ServiceCommission);»»Review of Public and Private Hospitals (Submission tothe Productivity Commission);»»Department of Health and Ageing – National Women’sHealth Policy;»»Department of Health and Ageing Review ofAccreditation Process Residential Aged CareFacilities;»»Economic Development Committee LegislativeAssembly of Queensland Inquiry into EmploymentCreation Opportunities in Queensland;»»Department of Education, Employment andWorkplace Relations and the Department ofImmigration and Citizenship - Migration On DemandList;»»2010-2011 State Budget; and»»2010-2011 Federal Budget.We also presented a paper titled Innovation andDemocracy in the QNU at the Q150 conference on theHistory of Labour Relations in Queensland 1859-2009.LobbyingOver the past year we have undertaken concertedlobbying campaigns to influence industrial, health andnursing polices at a state and national level.We have used our membership strength and power to seektop level meetings with key government representatives.Meetings have occurred with the then Prime MinisterKevin Rudd, Federal Health Minister Nicola Roxon,and Minister for Ageing Justine Elliot, to discuss issuesas diverse as the health reform agenda, our Because WeQueensland Nurses’ Union of Employees | Annual Report 2009-2010 | 19
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