Victorian Catholic bargaining: Ramping up the pressure in Term 2
It’s critical that IEU members in Victorian Catholic schools step up their actions to put pressure on for fair bargaining rights and a deal that delivers significant pay rises and addresses staff workloads and wellbeing.
IEU wage campaign at Lauriston receives mainstream media coverage
Melbourne’s mainstream media outlets have reported on IEU members at Lauriston Girls School rejecting an employer wage offer and taking industrial action
IEU member seeks secondary teachers for Honours research into wellbeing
Karen Lichnovsky, a teacher and IEU member, is looking for current or former secondary teachers to complete a short survey that explores how workplace conditions contribute to emotional exhaustion.
Learning the realities of education: insights from fresh teachers
At the recent Teaching Forward Conference, early career teachers Andrew, Kobi and Taylah shared their pre-service experiences, proving a sense of humour ̶ and perspective ̶ was necessary to deal with the inevitable challenges faced early in an educator’s career.
Constantly learning: IEU members on the first year of teaching
We asked a graduate teacher and his IEU Rep to reflect on the challenges and rewards for new teachers, and what this year’s cohort of educators can expect.
Training builds strength across the IEU
Nothing is more important for building bargaining strength than bringing key unionists together to learn and share knowledge. As an education union, this is central to the work.
An IEU Rep fighting for basic rights
Colette Deschamps says she wasn’t surprised by her colleagues’ support for the IEU’s Single Interest Authorisation campaign, because they felt their rights were being denied.
IEU Rep Karen Murphy on fairness, safety and respect
The SIA campaign motivated Karen Murphy to take on the role as Rep again, even as she approached retirement.
IEU Union Summer internship: Caleb Hayhoe-Castle and Lorelai Dubrovski
Union Summer is a paid internship run by Victorian Trades Hall Council and delivered in partnership with the Young Workers Centre, in which young people get first-hand experience of working with unions – like the IEU.
IEU Rep profile: Brianna Buza, Columba Catholic School Bunyip
Brianna, an Education Support staff member and Rep at this growing primary school in Gippsland, values the union’s people-centred approach to its work.
APHEDA-Union Aid Abroad: Supporting decent work in the Pacific and Southeast Asia
Union Aid Abroad–APHEDA is deepening its commitment to international solidarity through the Partnerships for Decent Work (PDW) across Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific.
IEU hints from public speaking training
Clear and confident communication is central to effective union work – whether addressing staff, speaking with parents, or advocating for members in difficult conversations. It is essential to advancing the IEU’s values.
Thriving Kids Report: IEU pushes for stronger backing for educators
The Thriving Kids Advisory Group Report outlines recommendations to support children under nine with developmental delay, autism, or low-to-moderate support needs – vital for IEU members working with students who have unfunded additional needs.
IEU on school security in the surveillance age
It’s time for workers to demand their rights are not trampled by employers using technology that breaches privacy.
Education support staff: Complex classrooms need supported staff
Education Support staff face poorly defined roles, low pay relative to responsibilities, limited job security, and inconsistent access to professional development and career progression.
IEU women and equity: International Women’s Day 2026
Women make up three-quarters of the education workforce. International Women’s Day highlights how these members drive change in workplaces, policy, and government.
Safety, fairness, and building a team: IEU Reps on organising a large school
It seems almost destined that Holly Blake and Vanessa Tavoletti would take on leadership roles at John Paul College Frankston.
Member Services Unit: Frequently Asked Questions
This year, each edition of The Point is featuring some of the most frequently asked questions received by the MSU, helping you make the most of your hard-earned entitlements.
IEU win: Federal Court backs member on redundancy taxation
The Federal Court has ruled in favour of an IEU member, setting a precedent for members to claim fair redundancy when their part-time hours are significantly reduced.
Conference inspires and informs teachers of tomorrow
The IEU hosted 2026 Teaching Forward Conference at RMIT, connected 160 students and graduates to the union, offering practical insights, and forging lasting links with Victoria’s major teaching institutions.