The passing of new legislation that would get wages moving and help restore the rights of working people is being blocked in Parliament following a shameful campaign by big business.
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Queensland Catholic teachers allowed back pay despite resignation
A full bench of Federal Court judges has ruled two Queensland Catholic school teachers are entitled to pay rises secured by new collective agreements despite the employees resigning before the replacement agreements took effect.
Student teachers should be paid for practicum placements
With half of all student teachers failing to finish their teaching degree, a major rethink is needed on how the next generation of teachers can be better supported to complete their studies and stay in the teaching profession.
WorkCover wins for psychological injuries
Our union’s expert advice and support has helped two members secure successful WorkCover claims for work-related psychological injuries. IEU-QNT Industrial Officer Nick Sahlqvist said the recent cases reinforced the importance of contacting our union as early as...
Shocking rise in sexual harassment at universities
Sexual harassment in higher education workplaces has risen more than 52%, according to a new National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) survey.
Permanency secured after 12 years of fixed-term contracts
Our union has helped a school officer secure continuing employment status after experiencing 12 years of rolling fixed-term contracts.
Increase in parental leave welcomed
In a significant step towards promoting family well-being and gender equality in the workforce, the Australian government has introduced legislation to extend paid parental leave to 26 weeks by 2026.
$80,000 backpay secured for member
An IEU member has recently received over $80,000 in backpay after receiving support from our union.
Teachers wanted for academic research project
Dr Glenys Mann from Queensland University of Technology’s (QUT) School of Early Childhood and Inclusive Education is seeking expressions of interest from teachers in the non-government education sector to participate in her upcoming research project.
Natural disaster leave – a necessary provision during an era of climate change
As we begin what will likely be a very hot summer season, IEU members should check whether they have access to natural disaster leave provisions in their collective agreement to be prepared for extreme weather events.
Middle Leader Professional Standards trial underway
The next stage of development is underway for the Middle Leader Professional Standards, with trials having commenced in Queensland schools during Term 4.
Fight for justice and change continues
Union members fight for change every day in their workplaces, industries, professions and communities.
AI implications for assessment practices
In many respects, the implications of AI on assessment practices have been more thoroughly considered than other, broader issues.
AI Framework endorsed but teachers remain waiting
Australia’s first Framework for Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Schools has been officially endorsed by Education Ministers, but the profession remains waiting to see a final copy.
Review of IEU Mentoring Program shows positive results
The findings from a review of the IEU Mentoring Program show that participating members have overwhelmingly found the program beneficial, with some providing suggestions for practical changes to improve future programs.
Increased resourcing necessary for Trade to Teach Internship Program
As the first cohort of Trade to Teach Internship Program participants near the end of their first year of university study, our union reiterates that alternative pathways to the teaching profession must be appropriately resourced and funded to successfully attract and retain quality teachers.
Transitioning from provisional to full registration: policy review
Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) has completed a review of their Transitioning from provisional to full registration policy following feedback from stakeholders, including our union. IEU-QNT Research Officer Dr Adele Schmidt said QCT completed consultation with...
IEU responds to AITSL’s draft induction guidelines
AITSL released draft guidelines for induction of early career teachers and new school leaders.
25 Year Members honoured
The IEU-QNT 25-year membership program recognises and celebrates long-standing members.
Catholic employers fail to listen
Queensland Catholic school employers have shamefully failed to hear members’ concerns and are essentially putting the same document that IEU members first rejected in October to a second ballot.
IEU members celebrated with Teach X Awards
As World Teachers’ Day 2023 approaches, our union is celebrating the achievements of IEU-QNT members who have been honoured with Teach X Awards.
Non-compete clauses increasingly prevalent
Our union has seen an increase in the frequency of non-compete clauses in employment contracts.
1.1 million reasons to be part of the IEU
Over $1.1 million in compensation, underpayments and allowances have been returned to members in the past year.
Unions win historic first for early childhood sector
Thousands of Australian early childhood teachers employed by long day care centres and other service providers are set for better wages and working conditions after a joint union application to the Fair Work Commission (FWC) was approved.
Worker fatalities in Australia remain shamefully high
The rate of workplace deaths in Australia remains shamefully high, with the latest statistics by Safe Work Australia reporting 195 workplace fatalities occurred in 2022.
Closing Loopholes Bill blocked
The ACTU have called for roadblocks in the way of the Bill advancing in Parliament to be removed.
Ballot outcomes and next action for Queensland Catholic school members
Teachers and support staff in nearly 300 Queensland Catholic schools across the state have voted no to an employer attempt to cut current working conditions.
Walk for YES this weekend
Gather your family, friends, neighbours and colleagues, and join together to Walk for YES.
Queensland Catholic school staff voting no to attack on rights at work
Teachers and support staff in Queensland Catholic schools across the state are set to vote no to cuts to current working conditions as an employer document goes to ballot tomorrow.
Queensland students wow judges at art awards
Artistically talented students have impressed the judges at last night’s IEU-QNT Excellence in Art Design Awards.