Sign-up to join the briefing! 10:30am-11:30am, Tuesday 25 August 2026, Online (Microsoft Teams)
TasCOSS Members are invited to an important briefing on a proposed Portable Long Service Leave (PLSL) scheme for Tasmania’s community services industry.
With a Private Members Bill being drafted for consideration in the near future, we strongly encourage members from organisations of all sizes to join the discussion, ask questions and share their perspectives.
Robbie Moore from the Health and Community Services Union (HACSU) and Sam Batchelor from the Australian Services Union (ASU) will brief members on their proposed approach to a PLSL scheme for the industry, including the proposed legislation and what it could mean for workers and organisations. Greg Ogle from the South Australian Council of Social Service (SACOSS) will also speak about learnings from the recently adopted PLSL scheme in South Australia and take your questions.
This is an important opportunity for members to:
- Hear directly from HACSU and ASU about the proposed scheme and legislation;
- Understand and consider the potential implications for your organisation and the broader industry; and
- Ask questions and provide feedback to ensure the perspectives of community service organisations are heard as the proposal progresses.
📅 10:30am-11:30am, Tuesday 25 August 2026
💻 Online (Microsoft Teams)
👉 Sign-up to attend by joining the TasCOSS Members Network Meeting mailing list!
Agenda:
| Time | Speaker(s) | Topic |
| 10:30am-10:32am | Bronwyn Tilbury, TasCOSS (facilitator) | Welcome and Acknowledgement |
| 10:32am-10:35am | Paula Wriedt, TasCOSS | Opening and introductions |
| 10:35am-11am | Robbie Moore, HACSU and Sam Batchelor, ASU | Presentation and Q&A |
| 11am-11:15pm | Greg Ogle, SACOSS | South Australia case study and learnings, and Q&A |
| 11:15am-11:30am | Bronwyn Tilbury, TasCOSS (facilitator) | Member discussion and other business |
TasCOSS Members Network Meeting Objectives:
- Members are updated on TasCOSS priorities, advocacy and key activities across the year.
- Members contribute feedback, insights and intelligence about the issues facing the Tasmanian community services industry, and the solutions that can strengthen our collective impact.
Fuel Situation Updates:
For up-to-date public information and general updates on fuel supply, visit TasALERT or the ReCFIT website. It is also worth familiarisingyourself with the Tasmania Fuel Security Plan and the National Fuel Security Plan.
The following resources and tools will help you understand the risks, so you can protect your staff, business and clients.
Business continuity planning tools:
- General resources, including a Business Continuity Plan template
- Emergency Preparation Toolkit
- Emergency Ready Business Tool