Welcome to the AEU News magazine.

The latest news, features and advice from AEU Victoria

For everyone

Activating a new generation

With politicians failing younger generations on multiple fronts, economist Alison Pennington is urging Gen Z and Millenials to get active in the decisions determining their lives, writes JAMES NORMAN.

Schools

Supporting students in volatile times

Heard the term ‘responsibilised’? It sums up how school staff are feeling when it comes to managing complex student behaviours.

For everyone

Solidarity is an action word

At this year’s International Working Women’s Day rally, AEU organiser SHANNON BOURKE made it clear why justice for women is inextricably linked to the fight for workers’ rights.

In-depth

For everyone

A golden opportunity for a brighter future

Teacher Genevieve Purcell wants all Australians to have access to affordable and reliable renewable energy.

For everyone

No sitting on the fence

As the health & safety rep at Wodonga Middle Years College, Cameron Middleton-Else has fought hard to keep his school community safe.

For everyone

Teaching climate change without the anxiety

Rather than increasing angst among students, sustainability education can give them the skills and agency they need to face the future, writes JARNI BLAKKARLY.

For everyone

Why union?

For some of us, union membership was practically stamped on the birth certificate – but that’s not the case for everyone.

The Australian Education Union represents thousands of people working in public education. Join us now to have a voice in your profession, and to access the expert support and advice we offer our members.

News

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Schools

The long and winding road to full schools funding

After more than 15 years of campaigning for full and fair funding for public schools, we are closer than ever to our destination. Here’s a potted history of the journey so far.

Schools

Members leading the way on the next VGSA

With VGSA log of claims submissions in, a clear picture is emerging of what schools members want to see in their next workplace agreement.

All sectors

News in brief: Term 2, 2025

A brief rundown of recent education and union-related news. This term: F for private childcare, Dutton’s disdain for teachers, Trump dumps the education department, and more…

For everyone

Don’t risk a backwards move

FROM YOUR BRANCH SECRETARY: Winning better rights for workers at a national level is not easy. At the next federal election, we need to make sure those rights are not taken away from us.

Opinion

More Opinion

Finding her drive

For Kaja Wilhelm, it’s been an adventurous journey to becoming the only female teacher in Chisholm TAFE’s automotive department. She tells EDWINA PRESTON all about it.

For everyone

Becoming a legend

Ever considered trying for a world record? A.J. BETTS think it’s time for a few more teachers to step up and get their names in the legendary Guinness book of records.

For everyone

Fear and confusion limiting possibilities

While private school students are happily racing ahead into the future, ours are getting detentions if they even peek over the firewall, writes TRAVIS McKENZIE.

Schools

A partnership approach to education

The latest AEU–Monash discussion paper adds to evidence on the many benefits of positive family/school partnerships, writes Parents Victoria CEO GAIL McHARDY.

Member Advice

More Member Advice

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My favourite things: Teacher comedians

Is teaching the perfect training for stand‑up comedy? Here’s a few professional comedians who faced their first round of heckling in the classroom.

Schools

The scourge of grade-splitting

Grade-splitting has a direct, negative impact on students, CRTs, and the work of classroom teachers. That’s why it should be a last resort.

For everyone

Teaching Tips: Know your rights

Early childhood teacher Maojing Chen shares her best advice on the benefits of getting active in your union and maintaining your passion for the job.

For everyone

Return-to-work rights

The right to return to work part-time after parental leave is among the many important entitlements the AEU has secured for members.

Welcome to the AEU News magazine.

For everyone

Activating a new generation

Schools

Supporting students in volatile times

For everyone

Solidarity is an action word

For everyone

A golden opportunity for a brighter future

For everyone

No sitting on the fence

For everyone

Teaching climate change without the anxiety

For everyone

Why union?

The Australian Education Union represents thousands of people working in public education. Join us now to have a voice in your profession, and to access the expert support and advice we offer our members.

Schools

The long and winding road to full schools funding

Schools

Members leading the way on the next VGSA

All sectors

News in brief: Term 2, 2025

For everyone

Don’t risk a backwards move

Finding her drive

For everyone

Becoming a legend

For everyone

Fear and confusion limiting possibilities

Schools

A partnership approach to education

For everyone

My favourite things: Teacher comedians

Schools

The scourge of grade-splitting

For everyone

Teaching Tips: Know your rights

For everyone

Return-to-work rights

For Every Child

Preschool Funding Now!

Rebuild with TAFE

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