Welcome to the AEU News magazine

The latest news, features and advice from AEU Victoria.

For everyone

Morrison: building the unlucky country

When the ‘Learning Laneway’ refers to a school’s use of the corridor as a classroom, there is something seriously wrong with education funding in this country, argues writer MONICA DUX.

TAFE & Adult Provision

Building a compassionate future with TAFE

Despite the federal Morrison government’s best attempts to dismantle Australia’s public TAFE system, three devotees tell STEPHEN A RUSSELL why TAFE is essential to shaping a strong and healthy Australia.

Schools

Schools stand tall on the shoulders of education support staff

Since the 1990s, education support staff have moved from the margins to the heart of the AEU. Meet some of the key figures in the march for better recognition for our valuable ES members.

In-depth

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Why I’m in the union

For many, the question isn’t so much “why did you join the union?” but “why wouldn’t you?” LOUISE SWINN speaks to members about the benefits of being part of the AEU.

Schools

Helping students study smart

Many years of teaching senior students has taught learning specialist REBECCA TAYLOR that we can’t just tell students to study hard, we need to help them study smart. Here are her tips for imparting good study habits.

For everyone

Not just small change: students lead on climate action

Growing up surrounded by relentless evidence of the severity of climate change, it is no wonder that school-aged children are at the forefront of climate action. One young activist tells us why she’s on the campaign trail.

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Hubs to cap it off! AEU members campaigning for change

As we head towards a federal election, campaign hubs will play a starring role. LOUISE SWINN speaks to some of the movers and shakers about the kick they get out of being involved.

The Australian Education Union is you, your colleagues and thousands of other people working in public education. Join us now to have a voice in your profession, and to enjoy the support and advice we offer our members.

News

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Schools

Historic wins contained in the new VGSA

Robust negotiations and powerful campaign action, culminating in industrial bans, have achieved a proposed agreement that provides significant improvements to the working lives of schools members.

Early Childhood

Funding three-year-old kinder is non-negotiable

The case for funding two years of early years education is clear – so why does our federal government refuse to invest in our youngest learners?

TAFE & Adult Provision

TAFE for one, TAFE for all

Now, more than ever, investing in TAFE is an investment in Australia’s future. We need a federal government ready and prepared to back our crucial vocational education sector.

For everyone

Australia deserves better

The Morrison government has shown nothing but contempt for Australian workers and for public education, choosing to ignore the obvious link between a lack of funding and the unnacceptable rise in inequality.

Opinion

More Opinion

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The things that hold us together

For LUCY TRELOAR, elections are an expression of social cohesion and a key way to make our voices heard, even if our hopes are frequently dashed.

For everyone

Let them lead the way

When A.J. BETTS went to school, she didn’t have much faith in the democratic process. But, as a federal election looms, she finally sees the benefits of student involvement in the decision-making at school.

For everyone

The lowdown: So, what is government for?

With a prime minister like Morrison, you could well be forgiven for asking, writes MYKE BARTLETT.

For everyone

The leadership paradox

From politics to education, why do we so often end up with leaders who seem unsuited to the job?

Member Advice

More Member Advice

For everyone

Q&A: your Term 1 questions answered

Our best advice on your most common – and uncommon – concerns.

For everyone

A united, inclusive future

Respecting and taking care of each other, challenging and standing up to prejudice, bigotry and discrimination, are core union actions and values.

For everyone

Morrison gets an F for policy and reform

Rather than protect and support workers and their families, the Morrison government has actively worked to undermine their best interests.

Schools

Laying the foundations

Making it through your first term as a new teacher is a big achievement! Here’s a checklist to help graduates thrive at work.

Welcome to the AEU News magazine

For everyone

Morrison: building the unlucky country

TAFE & Adult Provision

Building a compassionate future with TAFE

Schools

Schools stand tall on the shoulders of education support staff

For everyone

Why I’m in the union

Schools

Helping students study smart

For everyone

Not just small change: students lead on climate action

For everyone

Hubs to cap it off! AEU members campaigning for change

The Australian Education Union is you, your colleagues and thousands of other people working in public education. Join us now to have a voice in your profession, and to enjoy the support and advice we offer our members.

Schools

Historic wins contained in the new VGSA

Early Childhood

Funding three-year-old kinder is non-negotiable

TAFE & Adult Provision

TAFE for one, TAFE for all

For everyone

Australia deserves better

For everyone

The things that hold us together

For everyone

Let them lead the way

For everyone

The lowdown: So, what is government for?

For everyone

The leadership paradox

For everyone

Q&A: your Term 1 questions answered

For everyone

A united, inclusive future

For everyone

Morrison gets an F for policy and reform

Schools

Laying the foundations

Every School Every Child

Preschool Funding Now!

Rebuild with TAFE

Member Benefits