MEDIA ALERT
HSU NSW and paramedics doorstop
Doorstop ahead of debate of a petition in parliament demanding paramedics receive the resourcing and recognition they deserve.
WHO: Paramedics will join HSU NSW Secretary Gerard Hayes
WHEN: 12pm, Thursday 23 November
WHERE: Back of NSW Parliament House, Macquarie Street
Media contact: Nick Lucchinelli 0422 229 032
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