From The Point: You are what you read
The torrent of education news, research and opinion is never ending. So where do a union leader, a teacher, a principal, and an academic get their information?
Statement on Israel and Palestine
IEU members are shocked by the violence and loss of life in Israel and Gaza. Together, we stand in solidarity with the many hundreds of IEU members affected by what is currently occurring. We know some members have already lost loved ones, and many more are living in fear for family and friends in the region.
IEU supports teacher education initiative
Improving incoming teacher numbers is important, but it is also vital that working conditions in all schools improve to ensure that we don’t continue to lose experienced educators.
Know Your Staff: Carolyn Monk, IEU Industrial Assistant – and former Matilda!
Carolyn is a committed unionist and a passionate football follower who took a keen interest in the Women’s World Cup.
IEUVT supports historic early childhood education pay push
The IEU Victoria Tasmania has supported the IEU NSW branch as it lodged an application before the Fair Work Commission to allow supported bargaining for an enterprise agreement with a block of child care employers in NSW.
From The Point: Deb James says goodbye to IEU members
Deb James says farewell to members after 33 years working in the independent education sector.
From The Point: New General Secretary David Brear looks ahead for the IEU
David says he is really excited to be taking on the role of General Secretary of the union that he joined as a graduate teacher in 1989.
Deb James, IEU legend
Deb has been with the IEU and its precursors, at state and federal level, for 33 years. She’s overseen its growth, championed crucial reforms, and won countless battles on behalf of members.
New teachers need ongoing support: IEUA
The IEUA’s submission to the Teacher Education Expert Panel (TEEP) insists there is a need for “ongoing support for teachers at every level of their career”.
IEU legend and leader Deb James to step down
IEU General Secretary Deb James has formally announced her retirement in a letter to members.
IEU Victoria Tasmania summer office hours
When the office is open, how to win prizes just for updating your membership details and details of savings, deals and offers. Happy holidays!
Congratulations graduates and thanks staff
The IEU congratulates the students who are finishing their secondary school journey, and thanks the staff and families who helped guide them.
Summer reading suggestions
Good books, and a couple of ratbag books, to consider for your summer holiday reading.
Education and union reading
Latest reads, including news and views on the new IR bill, personalised teaching, and the pre-Christmas education summit.
Victorian State Election - Party Promises!
Parties competing for your vote in the Victorian election answer IEU questions!
ACTU President lauds education staff at IEU Conference
O'Neil said the IEU's multi-employer bargaining impasse with Victorian Catholic employers shows how the current industrial relations system fails workers.
Why IEU members - and all Australians - need industrial relations reform
The current deadlock in bargaining for a new Victorian Catholic Agreement is the perfect case study of what is WRONG with current industrial laws.
UPDATED: IEU monitors flood crisis to help affected members
The IEU is closely monitoring the wellbeing of members affected by the widespread flooding disasters, seeking out those in need to offer assistance.
Flood disaster resource list
For those affected by floods, or those concerned about friends and family who are being affected, here are some important resources compiled by Trades Hall.
Let’s stick together to get through Term 3
Overworked teachers will have to dig deep again in Term 3.