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Sydney Morning Herald
02-05-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Health Workers Union put into administration as secretary Diana Asmar stands down
Health Workers Union (HWU) secretary Diana Asmar will step down from the embattled Victorian branch, which will be put into administration after a deal was struck with the national organisation to avoid a protracted court battle. The national executive of the Health Services Union reached the deal with Asmar on Friday after spending months in court seeking to take control of the HWU, one of its four Victorian branches. The Fair Work Commission has taken civil action against Asmar, alleging that a printing business connected to her received $2.7 million in HWU member funds for no service, with the money instead going into private accounts, and that more than $120,000 in reimbursements was claimed without evidence of relevant business expenses. The Health Services Union itself is not accused of any wrongdoing, and has since September sought to put the HWU into administration over the allegations. Asmar privately denied the accusations and had previously fought against giving up control of the HWU. On Friday, the Health Services Union's national executive announced it had reached an in-principle agreement that would put the Victorian branch into full administration, avoiding months of court hearings that were scheduled to begin in May. Asmar has agreed to support this process and will be automatically removed from her position, ending her time in office, which was not due to expire until November 2026. The agreement does not affect the Fair Work Commission's prosecution against Asmar and other senior HWU leaders. Health Services Union national secretary Lloyd Williams said the union would continue to support the commission as it seeks to prosecute Asmar and recover compensation for any losses from alleged financial misconduct.

The Age
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Age
Health Workers Union put into administration as secretary Diana Asmar stands down
Health Workers Union (HWU) secretary Diana Asmar will step down from the embattled Victorian branch, which will be put into administration after a deal was struck with the national organisation to avoid a protracted court battle. The national executive of the Health Services Union reached the deal with Asmar on Friday after spending months in court seeking to take control of the HWU, one of its four Victorian branches. The Fair Work Commission has taken civil action against Asmar, alleging that a printing business connected to her received $2.7 million in HWU member funds for no service, with the money instead going into private accounts, and that more than $120,000 in reimbursements was claimed without evidence of relevant business expenses. The Health Services Union itself is not accused of any wrongdoing, and has since September sought to put the HWU into administration over the allegations. Asmar privately denied the accusations and had previously fought against giving up control of the HWU. On Friday, the Health Services Union's national executive announced it had reached an in-principle agreement that would put the Victorian branch into full administration, avoiding months of court hearings that were scheduled to begin in May. Asmar has agreed to support this process and will be automatically removed from her position, ending her time in office, which was not due to expire until November 2026. The agreement does not affect the Fair Work Commission's prosecution against Asmar and other senior HWU leaders. Health Services Union national secretary Lloyd Williams said the union would continue to support the commission as it seeks to prosecute Asmar and recover compensation for any losses from alleged financial misconduct.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Non-profit helping eligible HWU customers with water bills
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Some Henderson Water Utility (HWU) customers may be able to get some help paying their bills thanks to a new partnership with the city and the Henderson Christian Community Outreach (HCCO). This comes just weeks after some customers were left footing the bill of miscalculated rates due to a meter reading issue. The partnership between HWU, the City of Henderson and the Christian Community Outreach establishes a $50,000 water utility assistance fund. 'We like a good challenge, this may be it,' says HCCO Executive Director Susan Smith. The non-profit was approached in early February by the city about facilitating the funds. The city and HWU are contributing $25,000 each. The assistance fund was made official during a February 25 City Commission meeting. 'Each family or household is going to be eligible for up to $200 to help them with any issues,' says Henderson Mayor Brad Staton. 'Not just the recent water meter issues, but any issues that might have caused them trouble to be able to pay their water bills.' Audubon Kids Zone has big plans for a nearby property Qualifying candidates must be HWU customers and fall at or below the federal poverty line. Smith says the goal is to help 250 families, but high demand could deplete the fund sooner rather than later. 'Now, what that may translate into is that we don't, we go way over 250 people,' explains Smith. 'So it's more first come, first served than it is guaranteeing that we're going to help with $200 over the next year.' Smith goes on to say, 'This will be a month-to-month thing and, again, if we have 500 people show up, then the funding is going to go a lot faster than meeting that $200 limit.' Residents can apply through the HCCO starting Monday March 3. Smith admits she isn't sure what to expect, but her and her non-profit will take this challenge in stride. 'It's an honor to be doing this,' says Smith. 'To partner with the city and be a part of just another great thing that's going on in Henderson is awesome.' Smith says updates could be provided through their Facebook page, found here. You can find more details about the HCCO by visiting their website. Non-profit helping eligible HWU customers with water bills I-69 ORX project on schedule despite flooding Surgery demonstration highlights annual Health Careers Day Madisonville residents take advantage of snow day OFD back home after helping Eastern Kentucky flood operations Eyewitness News. Everywhere you are. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.