Victorian paramedics set to strike over stagnant pay and conditions

Paramedics in Victoria are on the verge of industrial action after no movement on wages. The current pay deal expires within weeks, and they are nowhere near a new one. More than 60 meetings have taken place between the Victorian state government and worker representatives over the past 12 months. In December, Ambulance Victoria were offered a 3 per cent pay rise and yearly bonuses of $1,800. The union, however, is demanding change on other issues including sick leave, rostering and overtime.