Tuesday, 2 June 2026


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Bernie Goss


Steve McGHIE

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Bernie Goss

 Steve McGHIE (Melton) (16:42): I now want to talk about another professional, an ambulance paramedic by the name of Bernie Goss. He started as a paramedic in 1980, 46 years ago. He has responded to thousands of patients and saved many lives. He worked in the Sale area for decades, and he has mentored many colleagues. He provided mental health support to those colleagues right through his career. Bernie retired in December last year, and I want to acknowledge and congratulate him on all of his efforts, in particular as a union delegate and state councillor fighting for better ambulance services and improved employment conditions for paramedics. Bernie has been the president of the Victorian Ambulance Union for the last seven years, and he is now retiring from that position. I extend my thanks to him for his service to Victorians and in particular to his colleagues in his support, resilience and leadership in making it a better, safer job. Finally, I want to thank his partner Miffy and his family. Thank you, Bernie, for all that you have done – enjoy your retirement.