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.
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 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.
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.
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.
IEU’s Lauren Hall honoured for service to women in unions
IEU stalwart Lauren Hall has been awarded the Woman Unionist of the Year award for the Geelong region.
End of year events: Make good choices
Your work end–of–year party is a great time to celebrate all that you and your colleagues have achieved. But don’t let this year’s celebrations become next year’s headaches.
IEU members bite into SIA campaign in Geelong
IEU members at St Joseph’s have demonstrated their hunger for fair bargaining in Victorian Catholic schools at an event in Geelong today.
A model for safe IEU cooperation
At Holy Rosary Primary School in White Hills, IEU members Paul Wilkinson (Principal) and Jasmin (Health and Safety Representative) demonstrate best practice in managing occupational health and safety.
Tasmanians make the IEU noticeable
One of the requirements for contestants in the Tasmanian IEU noticeboard challenge was to ‘make it sparkle’.
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 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.
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
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.
Rep profile: Christa Christie, St Brendan Shaw College, Devonport
Becoming a Rep enabled Crista to explore a lifelong interest in worker’s rights.
Involvement, belief and loving the school: How Strathcona staff won out
Rep Ella Robinson explains the key elements of a successful campaign which sets a benchmark for what can be achieved when committed members hold firm.
IEU Catholic Council provides campaign pointers
On Saturday 24 May, Victorian Catholic school Reps, staff, and members of the Committee of Management gathered at union headquarters in South Melbourne to perform a crucial democratic function of the union.
Retired IEU member Richard Mucha on the rewards of education and unionism
Originally a reluctant unionist, Richard became a stalwart of our organization over five decades and three schools, and his insights on teaching and union membership are inspiring and heartfelt.