Walking the halls of power, PSA/CPSU NSW Manager, Relationships & Strategy, Mal Cochrane connects the union with politicians and their staff.

“I primarily ensure our union’s concerns and views are known by NSW Members of Parliament, in the Government, the Opposition, and cross benchers, as well as those within the union movement,” said Mr Cochrane, a former first-grade rugby league player for Many-Warringah and former Police Officer. “I help develop strategies to promote the PSA/CPSU NSW, build alliances, identify allies and integrate political relations with our campaigns.

“On behalf of our members, the PSA has got to be able to communicate with the Government of the day, as well as the Opposition and cross bench, whether there is agreement on the issues being discussed or not.”

“I enjoy getting a good outcome for PSA/CPSU NSW members.”