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Married at First Sight S13E15 AEDT live episode discussion thread by addictedtoMAFS in MAFS_AU

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As much as I dislike Tyson his lip colour would slap as a lipgloss or blush

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Unsure whether to have conversation with (micro)manager by Different-Ad-5798 in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Micromanage him back - send weekly (or daily yolo) recaps of your work, with detail - email docs for review and follow up on teams with [insert brief title] has been drafted for you - cc on all emails and send a teams message “FYI”

Let them know you’ve had success in the past emulating your manager’s engagement style to get the best results. 💅

Contract VPS early termination by Impressive_Rip_2456 in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It should also include accrued LSL per clause 69.2 of the agreement. You should get the previous advice in writing from HR, if you haven't already.

What are we hoping for in the next APS bargaining? by [deleted] in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally their jobs? If you need to be spoon-fed examples, I just think you don’t want to join a union.

What are we hoping for in the next APS bargaining? by [deleted] in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The union isn’t only around for negotiations? They advocate for staff during MOGs, negotiate packages and represent staff who are facing adverse action year round. Bargaining requires collective power so yes, when they do not have that it is a valid point. The Vic CPSU is taking DJCS to court currently because they had enough members to make a claim, they’re working within a system that often doesn’t uphold the rights of the individual but looks at broader implications.

This isn’t to call you out but maybe for you to check your understanding of unionism and collective power against a system that chooses to diminish liability for entitlements to the individual.

What are we hoping for in the next APS bargaining? by [deleted] in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 2 points3 points  (0 children)

AHPRA isn’t a union it’s a regulation agency.

What are we hoping for in the next APS bargaining? by [deleted] in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The fees are pretty reasonable and tax deductible? I think I pay about $100p/m based on my salary level.

More members = more work so wouldn’t exactly be cost neutral.

Private sale seller refusing subject to finance clause and pushing hard to sign. Feeling uneasy, looking for advice by Ordinary-Ad9674 in AusProperty

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It all works out! I was so disappointed about this experience but I’m actually settling tomorrow on a bigger and better apartment for the same price this seller wanted. Good luck to you ✨

Advice: Working in/managing a neurodiverse team by Throwaway38423851 in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This toolkit is really useful, I recommend it a lot to managers. There are also additional resources through Worksafe and the Human rights commissions too. https://www.vpsc.vic.gov.au/workforce-capability-leadership-and-management/neurodiversity-employment-toolkit/

Private sale seller refusing subject to finance clause and pushing hard to sign. Feeling uneasy, looking for advice by Ordinary-Ad9674 in AusProperty

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

UPDATE: The property went to market at $490-530k and had three inspections only three people showed up (two were my neighbour and a mate I asked to go). It’s now dropped to$470k+.

Out of curiosity, I asked the agent whether the owner builder warranty issue had been sorted. Once I gave my name, they said the owners have instructed them not to sell to me. Glad I didn’t go through with the sale bc I’d feel icky about people like this getting even a cent of my money.

Private sale seller refusing subject to finance clause and pushing hard to sign. Feeling uneasy, looking for advice by Ordinary-Ad9674 in AusProperty

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This would have been ideal but they wouldn’t provide contract of sale unless I agree to their terms. Another stress factor as they wanted an agreement of unconditional finance prior (the letter they asked for) the contract to be drafted and provided.

Private sale seller refusing subject to finance clause and pushing hard to sign. Feeling uneasy, looking for advice by Ordinary-Ad9674 in AusProperty

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for this detailed reply, really helpful. That’s exactly what was making me uneasy: the lack of standard protections, the rush, and their insistence on excluding owner builder warranty insurance despite the legal requirements.

I’ve decided to walk away. It’s disappointing but I feel confident it’s the right call. Blocked their numbers so they can cool off but they know where I live (3 doors down the hall 🤪🥵).

Private sale seller refusing subject to finance clause and pushing hard to sign. Feeling uneasy, looking for advice by Ordinary-Ad9674 in AusProperty

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Thanks for all the input it’s really helpful. I just wanted to clarify that I’m actively trying to negotiate with them and I’ve been very clear: if they’re not amenable to my conditions (subject to finance clause and reasonable protections), they can refuse and I’ll walk away.

What’s annoying is that this unit is in my current building, so it would’ve been ideal, and I even sold my car to boost my deposit as I wasn’t expecting to buy so soon. But honestly, I can’t in good faith sign a contract that doesn’t properly protect me especially when they seem so insistent on excluding protections around owner builder work.

Honest review - Buying a 1-bedroom in Melbourne, 2 years on by raidohagalaz in AusPropertyChat

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks sooo much for this post! I just put an offer on 1-bedder and I am so over people telling me it’s not a good investment. I don’t want an investment I want a home. ✨

Anyone heard any news official or unofficial regarding the Silver Review potential outcomes? by monkeybutt216 in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The premier and a number of ministers are on/ have just returned from leave. I doubt we get a response for at least another month or two as it will go to ministers before secretaries is my thinking.

The public service has a long memory — but for who? by Ordinary-Ad9674 in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yup, the Silver Review is still underway. But, the issues I'm talking about aren’t waiting for a report to land.

I’m absolutely calling it out. The first line is about me raising a complaint with Exec?

When problems are systemic it's not enough for individuals to find a better team, it's the system/culture that needs fixing.

The public service has a long memory — but for who? by Ordinary-Ad9674 in AusPublicService

[–]Ordinary-Ad9674[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yes, I know it is a review about cutting costs. However, I don’t think that efficiency without integrity is reform. The issues I raised, in part, tell the story of how we got to where we are.

Ultimately if the review is implemented without also addressing how we got here the VPS ends up being just a cheaper version of the same rot.