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.
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 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.
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.
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).
Victorian Catholic school employers reject fair bargaining – again
For the second time, the Victorian Catholic Education Authority (VCEA) has refused the IEU’s request to negotiate a new Agreement under a Single Interest Authorisation (SIA).
Across Victoria, IEU sub-branches grow the Catholic school campaign
As the Victorian Catholic campaign gathers momentum, sub-branches have shared clear and strong views on their priorities for the new Agreement
Labor must end discrimination in faith-based schools
Federal law currently allows religious schools to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy, relationship status, or sexual identity or orientation.
Liam Byrne’s history of Australian union action hits the shelves
This powerful book is a timely reminder of the essential role unions have played in shaping modern Australia.
Know Your Rights: Surveillance of staff
In Victorian and Tasmanian schools and workplaces, surveillance of staff is subject to strict legal and ethical guidelines to protect workers’ rights.
A day of remembrance and resolve: Worker’s Memorial Day 2025
IEU members and Victorian government leaders have gathered to honour workers who died or were injured at work in the past year.
IEU backs National Teacher Workload Impact Assessment tool
Too often, new programs are foisted on the classroom without sufficient consideration of their impact on the people who must deliver them. The IEU is doing something about it.
Rep profile: Therese Holland, Annunciation Catholic Primary school
Tess brings a wealth of knowledge about EBAs and staff entitlements from her experience in government schools.
Stronger together: New support sessions for IEU Health and Safety Reps
The IEU is committed to ensuring every workplace has a well-trained, confident HSR equipped to advocate for staff wellbeing.
Tackling sexual harassment by students
Employers must fulfil their legal obligations to prevent the sexual harassment of teachers by students.
Victorian Catholic education member survey: other issues!
Our articles about the survey have focused on important specific issues. But the survey also revealed many important issues that cannot be easily categorised.
Victorian Catholic education member survey: Dangerous student and parent behaviour
Not all the insights offered in this survey were to do with pay and workload. Members made it clear that their safety is being compromised at work.