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Q&A: your Term 3 questions answered

Our best advice on your most common – and uncommon – concerns for Term 3 2020.

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Money matters: super under attack

The Morrison government is wanting to block federal legislation to increase compulsory super for reasons that are purely ideological.

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Safety matters: a pivotal moment

Our OHS team has been working hard to ensure we are as responsive as we can be during the COVID-19 crisis to assist our health and safety reps (HSRs) in their vital work to keep workplaces safe.

Schools

ES matters: consultation is essential

The fast-changing nature of the COVID-19 crisis makes good consultation essential for ES staff.

Schools

CRT matters: Building CRT communities

Because CRTs work across multiple schools, developing a sense of camaraderie with colleagues can be difficult.

Schools

From new educator to organiser

Meet Katerina Duckstein, who has recently joined the team at the AEU, working as a graduate teacher/universities organiser alongside Adam Surmacz.

Schools

PCA matters: leading culturally responsive schools

A smoking ceremony held last at Boronia West Primary School was an important day in the school’s quest to build a more inclusive culture.

Early Childhood

Unlearning racism in early childhood

As an early childhood teacher, mother and proud Yanyuwa, Garawa and Larrakia woman, Shannon Bourke is passionate about authentic early childhood experiences for all children and enhancing outcomes for Aboriginal people.

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Student teachers in the year of COVID-19

The AEU has been working hard to ensure student and preservice teachers won’t be disadvantaged in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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OHS matters: A change in personnel at the AEU

Many HSRs have had to confront the challenge of how to maintain consultation, how to identify hazards and how to seek input from those they represent when everyone is working remotely.

Schools

PCA matters: Australia’s educational leaders step up

Public school leaders have ensured that in spite of the overwhelming disruption caused by COVID-19, all students continued to have access to quality teaching and learning.

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Women’s matters: staying safe – and positive

Lockdown has been difficult for many of us, but there are definite positives to having everyone stuck at home.

Schools

ES matters: Protecting ES staff in a year like no other

This term has presented one hurdle after another, but together we have overcome them.

Schools

CRT matters: CRTs staying connected

During this crisis, the AEU’s CRT Facebook group has become a vital source of information.

Schools

Graduate matters: The year you’ll never forget

We’re advocating in your best interests so your first year of teaching can be memorable for the right reasons.

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Money matters: The perils of pulling your super

Withdrawing super to cover a COVID-shortfall should be regarded as a last resort, given there may be other financial options available to get through this difficult period.

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The law & you: Courts in the time of COVID

While the legal system may be less old-style than it appears, the compromised nature of conducting court cases online has led the AEU to postpone some hearings.

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Q&A: your Term 2 questions answered

We provide the best possible advice to members on their most common – and uncommon – queries for Term 2 2020.

Schools

7 ways schools will be different for the rest of Term 2

Schools in Victoria are returning to on-site learning, but things won’t be quite the same just yet. Here are seven ways your school will be different.

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The law & you: Getting the help you need

Union membership means you will always have the legal and workplace protection you need should anything go wrong at work.