Tuesday 17 March 2026

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The magazine of the Public Service Association of NSW and the Community and Public Sector Union (NSW Branch)

Youth Justice staff walk off over payroll issues

Youth Justice staff walk off over payroll issues

Problems with pay have persisted for too long for members.

Youth Justice staff throughout NSW walked the job throughout the state over payroll issues that have plagued the agency.

Youth Justice staff in NSW have been facing persistent payroll problems and have often been underpaid, paid late, or missed out on overtime and allowances they’re entitled to.

These issues has persisted since a payroll system was changed.

“We are proud that out members took action,” said Acting Industrial Manager Thane Pearce.