For everyone The Law and You: the great disconnect 21 Jul 2024 New workplace laws give employees the right to ‘switch off’. AEU industrial officer MICHAEL McIVER explains how and why educators should make use of this entitlement.
For everyone Workplace complaints: how to respond 20 Jul 2024 No one wants to find themselves the subject of a complaint. But when this happens, the union is here to help, writes AEU professional officer STUART BRACECAMP.
Schools Your top tips for new teachers 19 Jul 2024 AEU members offer their best advice for pre-service teachers on managing their practical placements in schools.
Schools PCA matters: principal wellbeing risk 16 Jul 2024 Our principals and school communities are being asked to carry an increasing and unsustainable workload.
For everyone Women’s matters: zero tolerance to gendered violence 16 Jul 2024 How many minutes of silence is enough to stop gendered violence in our workplaces?
Schools ES matters: making your voice heard 15 Jul 2024 Along with having adn education support rep in your sub-branch, all ES need to be active AEU members in your sub-branch and in your region.
For everyone Q&A: your Term 3 questions answered 15 Jul 2024 Our best advice on your most common – and uncommon – concerns in Term 3, 2024.
For everyone Safety matters: expanding our health & safety network 15 Jul 2024 If you’re a Health and Sefety Rep feeling unclear about your role, the HSR Network is a great forum to find out more and get all your questions answered.
Schools CRT matters: it pays to keep an accurate record of work 15 Jul 2024 For one group of casual relief teachers, keeping accuate records of their working hours was key to compensation of underpayment worth thousands of dollars.
Schools New educators network: celebrating union wins 15 Jul 2024 While paid placements are part of the picture, they don’t, and won’t, fix all the issues related to initial teacher education and employment.
For everyone Money matters: making the most of changes to super 15 Jul 2024 Changes in the marginal tax rates, effective from 1 July 2024, have been well publicised, but they are accompanied by changes to superannuation that are also worth noting.
For everyone The Law & You: New limits to WorkCover claims 20 Apr 2024 Workers’ compensation for mental health injuries such as stress and burnout will be limited in Victoria following legislative changes. REDLICH’S WORK INJURY LAWYERS provide a rundown.
Schools PCA: The art of working together 19 Apr 2024 Excellent school principals and great union reps have a lot in common. Here are some of the qualities that make up both.
Schools New educators: Supporting you to stay the course 19 Apr 2024 The first years of teaching can be overwhelming at the best of times. but the AEU is here to help ease the way for all new graduates.
For everyone Q&A: your Term 2 questions answered 19 Apr 2024 Our best advice on your most common – and uncommon – concerns in Term 2, 2024.
For everyone Consulting for safety 19 Apr 2024 Consultation is a great basis for delivering the safest possible workplaces for everyone – employers included.
For everyone ‘Keeping in touch’ days 18 Apr 2024 Returning to work after becoming a parent can be a challenging experience for parents. So all parents should access their ‘keeping in touch days’ entitlement.
Schools Celebrating the vital contribution of education support staff 18 Apr 2024 The crucial and diverse role of education support members in schools cannot be overstated.
Schools Can CRTs be activists? 18 Apr 2024 Three AEU CRT members and activists to offer their advice to fellow CRTs facing everyday challenges.
For everyone Understanding your rights and responsibilities when taking personal leave 17 Apr 2024 Do members need to provide a medical certificate to take personal leave? Well, it depends.