Opal Rutherford Park: ‘Excessive’ Sick Leave Meetings

Opal Rutherford Park: ‘Excessive’ Sick Leave Meetings

Wednesday 17 June, 2026

Dear member,
 
Several HSU members from Opal Rutherford Park have reported being directed to attend individual meetings with management, in relation to taking excessive personal leave.
 
Personal leave is an accrued entitlement and workplace right. Workers should be able to take personal leave if they are unfit for work, without fear of being directed to meet with management.
 
As an HSU member, what should you do if directed to attend a meeting?
  • Do not attend a meeting on your own
  • Contact your HSU Delegate or your Member Services Division as soon as possible
  • If you need more time to prepare, request to reschedule the meeting
 
HSU members are stronger together! For any questions or to find out more, please reach out to your HSU Delegate Maddison Sims 0477 892 580 or your Member Services Division on 1300 478 679.
 
Do you know someone who isn’t an HSU member? Encourage them to join our Union today and have a say at work.
 
New members can join at www.hsu.asn.au/join or call 1300 478 679.
 


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