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Prison Guards Strike Over Pay | Melbourne News
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- Jul 14, 2026
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Summary
Correctional officers at Victorian prisons Ravenhall and Fulham have walked off the job in a striking showdown with GEO Group, demanding an 18% pay rise over three years and expanded paid parental leave — all while prisoners face lockdowns that could unexpectedly shorten their sentences if they behave. With no deal at the Fair Work Commission and guards fearing retaliation for speaking out, tensions are mounting as the union fights to get recognition for the high-stakes, low-paid work they do. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/20bfa8978c143f55