Michaelia Cash (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Women) Share this | Hansard source

Yes, I can. If we do not pass this greater accountability and transparency, the rorts and the rip-offs will continue. Again, just this week, we have read reports of Health Services Union Secretary Diana Asmar cashing out $25,975 in maternity leave. This arrangement was criticised in many quarters. For example, former ACTU President Jennie George said:

No employer, including a union, should condone the cashing out of maternity leave.

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… [It] reflects a total lack of understanding of the purpose of the entitlement ...

Last financial year, Ms Asmar reportedly received $50,000 in leave payouts on top of her six-figure salary. This is unacceptable and should be disclosed to the members. (Time expired)