Our union’s support has helped a member transition to retirement after their employer gave them incorrect advice.
The member was interested in a reduction from five to three working days per week as part of a transition to retirement, as they are entitled to under their collective agreement and the National Employment Standards (NES).
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In schools across Australia, the conversation around safety has broadened, as Rachel Drew from Thomsons writes.
Members are reminded to contact our union first when subject to allegations of wrongdoing in the workplace.
IEU-QNT Industrial Officer Mark Moorhead said facing allegations of wrongdoing can be distressing, but our union has experience supporting members through these situations.
A troubling incident where staff were recently directed by their employer to sign a broad declaration that they had not engaged in “misconduct”, with no explanation for the request, is a timely reminder to pause and think before signing any legal documents.