Independent bargaining: More employees say ‘No’ to get fair outcomes
Employees in Victorian and Tasmanian independent schools are increasingly willing to take action in support of better pay and conditions, and reject unfair non-union Agreements.
IEU Deputy General Secretary says staff safety is not an ‘extra’
With physical and psychological violence continuing to be a huge challenge in schools, consistent and meaningful support for educators is essential.
IEU Labour history: Australia’s pioneering undercover social justice journalists
Some of the world’s first investigative journalists were Australian women, and their groundbreaking work exposed social injustices and drove long-overdue reforms.
Victorian Trades Hall: The People’s Palace
The Victorian Trades Hall building on Lygon Street Carlton is the Town Hall of the working class. It’s the world’s oldest continually functioning trade union building, dating back to 1859.
The insidious scourge of ‘moral injury’ for teachers
Researcher Glenys Oberg has spelt out what so many educators have been saying for years - there is a severe toll on professionals when they cannot act in line with their values due to external demands.
Academics call for further improvements to Australian leave provisions
Academics say Australia ‘remains a global laggard’ on work/family benefits, despite recent changes.
IEU women need their safety to be taken seriously
In written responses to the Victorian Catholic school survey, members called for improved support for women in the workforce.
IEU sub-branch snapshot: St Joseph’s College, Newtown: Strong, growing, and organised
Staff turned out in force at a recent meeting with their IEU Rep to get up to speed on how the union’s campaign will unfold in the months ahead.
IEU President Terry Huddy on how to help your Rep during a bargaining campaign
Enterprise Bargaining campaigns can be a crucial turning point for independent school staff. These campaigns only succeed when members are engaged, informed, and united.
Education Support staff share their challenges and triumphs
ES members from the south-west have gathered at the historic Geelong Trades Hall to mark World Education Support Staff Day.
IEU gets a lesson from engaging young unionists
Union Summer interns participate in the work that the union does for members. But the union also listens to what the interns have to say, and this year they had an important message.
IEU helps improve complaints process at Catholic Education Tasmania
The IEU has been working with CET to ensure staff can report concerns anonymously in situations involving power imbalances or personal risk.
Tasmanian Catholic schools Agreement benefits Education Support staff
Education Support staff in Tasmanian Catholic schools are beginning to see the benefits of a new Agreement which includes long-overdue workload improvements.
IEU Independent school bargaining report: members stand firm
A series of landmark outcomes are setting new benchmarks for pay and conditions in the independent sector.
IEU sub-branch snapshot: Catholic Ladies College, Eltham
CLC Rep Michelle Ramsey says her members, like most across the state, need a fair pay rise and further measures to address workloads.
APHEDA - Union Aid Abroad: Solidarity is under attack
There’s no other way to put it. Humanitarian efforts, aid, and global solidarity are being deliberately targeted around the world – and it’s working people who are paying the price.
Why 30 June and 1 July matter for every educator
A few minutes spent wisely on your tax before June 30 can save a lot of boring hassle.
The three possible bargaining pathways for Victorian Catholic schools
The IEU has launched a major petition across Victorian Catholic schools after employers in the sector twice rejected a call to pursue a Single Interest Authorisation (SIA).
Tackling sexual harassment by students
Employers must fulfil their legal obligations to prevent the sexual harassment of teachers by students.
IEU petition calls on Catholic employers to respect staff rights
The IEU has launched a major petition across Victorian Catholic schools after employers in the sector twice rejected a call to pursue a Single Interest Authorisation (SIA).