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What: The Health Services Union is launching a new discussion paper highlighting a major NDIS workforce crisis. The union is calling on the federal government to deliver better pay and conditions.
Who: HSU National Secretary Lloyd Williams, disability workers, a disability provider
When: Monday February 10, 1pm
Where: Mural Hall, Parliament House, Canberra
Matt Coughlan 0400 561 480
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