The Northern Territory Public Sector 2021 - 2025 Enterprise Agreement has been approved by 57% of employees who voted in the ballot process.
Under the agreement Territory public servants can now expect 3 days paid Christmas Closedown leave for this year and a $4000 lump sum, to be paid on payday of 20 January 2022.
Other benefits of the agreement include:
Improved compassionate leave provisions5 days for immediate family or household member3 days for extended family member (i.e. aunt, uncle, cousin) or in the case of miscarriageImproved overtime provisions where overtime worked spans midnightImprovements for parentsRight to return from parental leave on a part-time basisEmployer superannuation contributions paid at double the legislated rate during a period of paid Primary Caregiver leave or Special Maternity Leave (stillbirth)Minimum daily engagement period for casual employees of 3 hoursNo reduction to current or future employee rights and entitlements.
Quotes from Minister for Public Employment, Paul Kirby
"A big thanks to all public servants that took part in the ballot, your participation is the most important part of the enterprise agreement process."
"This agreement provides for a range of significantly improved employment conditions, including leave entitlements and job certainty."
"Thanks to all our hardworking public servants in the Territory. Whether you're out on the frontline keeping Territorians safe, or serving the Territory across our many different agencies, your dedication and commitment to your work does not go unnoticed."
