TAFE & Adult Provision Disability agreement negotiations continue Heading into negotiations for the next disability multi-enterprise agreement, we need to understand the pressure points for members and providers alike.
TAFE & Adult Provision NDIS pricing guide On 1 July 2022, the new NDIS price guide came into effect. We continue to push for the NDIS to be appropriately funded to provide high-quality services for people living with a disability.
TAFE & Adult Provision Collective action leads to wins for members at Araluen The AEU succeeded, through collective action, in achieving agreement with Araluen management for a new agreement, which has now been approved by the FWC.
TAFE & Adult Provision SCHADS Award changes Several key changes to The Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) award came into effect on or after 1 July 2022.
TAFE & Adult Provision Seeking state-wide agreement Negotiations for a new state-wide Disability Multi-enterprise Agreement are underway, with the AEU focused on setting industry standards, and achieving higher wages and better conditions for members.
TAFE & Adult Provision Cooperation is key to better TAFE and disability funding The AEU is looking forward to working with the new Labor government to address the needs of public education across all sectors, including TAFE.
TAFE & Adult Provision Recognising disability members with the Sub-branch/Workplace of the Year Awards Members can champion the work of your rep, HSR, sub-branch or workplace by nominating them for the Sub-branch/Workplace of the Year Awards.
TAFE & Adult Provision Setting industry standards in the disability sector The change in federal government shows hopeful signs for the disability sector, but the fight for a better deal is far from over.
TAFE & Adult Provision Disability negotiations update Updates on the negotiations at Nadrasca and Araluen disability support services.
TAFE & Adult Provision NDIS brought into cabinet AEU welcomes the inclusion of disability in the national cabinet, indicating the incoming Labor government recognises the importance of our essential NDIS.
Schools Credit where credit’s due: time to nominate for the Rep Awards The AEU’s rep awards recognise the vital work of those who step up on behalf of their colleagues.
TAFE & Adult Provision Enshrining the right to dignity in the disability sector Working in the disability support sector requires compassion, a calm temperament and a keen interest in a broad range of topics, says Mambourin employee JESS PINTER.
TAFE & Adult Provision Big year ahead for the TAP sector With sector agreements to negotiate, and federal and state elections looming, the AEU is working to ensure the TAFE and disability sectors are front of mind.
TAFE & Adult Provision Why it pays to know your agreement It is crucial that disability members understand their entitlements so they are not performing hours of unpaid work.
TAFE & Adult Provision NDIS funding must be a priority With a federal election on the horizon, now is the time to hold all parties accountable when it comes to appropriately funding the NDIS.
TAFE & Adult Provision Removing barriers to access A parliamentary inquiry shows the vital role of TAFE in providing accessible study opportunities and meaningful work prospects for learners with disability.
Schools Drawing attention Casual relief teacher Jessica Walton has written the graphic novel she wanted to read as a queer, disabled teen, and hopes others see themselves in it too.
Early Childhood Seen and heard: Teaching Auslan in preschools Auslan signers are the unsung heroes of the COVID crisis, and one kindergarten is sharing the word.
TAFE & Adult Provision Congratulations Training Award winners For the second year in a row, the Victorian Training Awards have been held online, but that didn’t dampen the excitement.
TAFE & Adult Provision Improving disability access at TAFE Victoria’s parliamentary report into access to TAFE for learners with disability has addressed the range of challenges that disabled students face, and set out a plan to meet their needs.