TAFE & Adult Provision TAFE still far from saved 30 Nov 2020 Despite some very positive steps in the right direction, reversing some of the damage done by federal and state Liberal governments, there is still much work to do to save TAFE.
Schools Next VGSA must address excessive workloads 11 Nov 2020 Members ongoing involvement with the union is central to achieving a Schools Agreement that achieves significant reductions in workload as well as a reasonable salary outcome.
Schools Does it take a pandemic? 10 Sep 2020 Too many politicians think they know all about the ‘problems’ in schools and how to ‘fix’ them. So, does it take a pandemic for politicians to trust teachers?
For everyone COVID and beyond 15 Jun 2020 The AEU has worked to support members in a range of important ways, including health and safety measures, secure wages and the working-from-home allowances.
TAFE & Adult Provision Morrison gives new powers to employers 27 May 2020 Morrison’s new regulations mean agreements can be fast-tracked with little scrutiny.
TAFE & Adult Provision Update on Mambourin hearings 27 May 2020 Moving to the SCHADS award would mean losing hard-won conditions for staff at Mambourin disability service.
For everyone The long walk back to normal 8 May 2020 Towards the end of April, the Deputy Premier James Merlino reiterated Victoria’s approach to schooling for Term 2, reminding school
Schools Scrutiny for state budget 18 Mar 2020 The AEU has sent a clear message to the Victorian government that members, students and the broader community cannot afford funding cuts that undermine public education.
Schools Teacher wage increases around the nation 12 Mar 2020 As we develop our log of claims for Victorian teachers, it is worth taking a look at recent salary increases achieved by AEU branches in other states and territories.
Schools The AEU demands increased support for principals to deal with school infrastructure 12 Mar 2020 It is unreasonable for principals to continue to be expected to plan and manage school infrastructure under the current model.
Schools A new agreement: key issues for teachers 12 Mar 2020 It’s crucial that members think carefully about what is driving the excessive workload at their school and what specific ways we can address it in the log of claims.
TAFE & Adult Provision VCAL review into ‘hands-on’ education 16 Dec 2019 The Andrews Labor government has launched a review into the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) and vocational education and training (VET) in schools.
For everyone Are you replaceable? 2 Dec 2019 With digital technologies on the rise, is the teaching part of being a teacher at risk?
Schools A principals’ guide to implementing the 30+8 clause 10 Oct 2019 Consultation is key to managing workload, as is knowing how much time it will take to implement new government initiatives.
TAFE & Adult Provision Consultation: if you’re not at the table, you’re probably on the menu 26 Sep 2019 Proper industrial consultation is a defined set of rights in the TAFE agreement, which gives the union standing and its members power in the workplace.
Schools Our response to the mobile phone ban 9 Aug 2019 While cautiously supportive, given the potential impact on workload, the AEU would like to have seen teachers consulted on the mobile phone ban in public schools.
For everyone Morrison’s law changes threaten all unions 4 Aug 2019 Scott Morrison has a bill before parliament that would fundamentally undermine union democracy and threaten the recognised human right of workers.