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 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’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.
Member Services Unit Frequently Asked Questions 1
This year, each edition of The Point is featuring some of the most frequently asked questions received by the MSU, helping you make the most of your hard-earned entitlements.
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.
IEU Reps revel in team-based training
Over 30 Reps participated in Building Your Team sessions 1 May, at union headquarters in South Melbourne, and the need to spread the load was the dominant theme.
IEU member’s win: Mt Hira heroics
The IEU thanks Rep Rebecca Sim and her campaigning crew who negotiated so passionately and professionally to achieve their school’s first-ever Agreement.
IEU women offer a reality check on sexism
IEU members have sent a reminder that sexism and toxic masculinity remain issues of vital importance in every school and workplace.