NURSES have called off industrial action ahead of a fresh round of talks with the state government.
The Australian Nursing Federation and hospital employers announced this morning they will enter a new round of talks with Fair Work Australia.
Health Minister David Davis welcomed the “significant development in negotiations” with the ANF for a new Enterprise Bargaining Agreement.
He said the immediate end to industrial activity has paved the way for both parties to resume conciliation.
Sunshine Hospital nurses and midwives began their rolling walk-out campaign last Tuesday in the fight to retain nurse to patient ratios.
They continued the action in defiance of a Federal Court order to return to work, risking hefty fines.
The employers and ANF have committed to resolve all outstanding issues by March 16.
