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Tuesday 12 March 2024 Why making Mathematics optional in Years 11 and 12 adds up The Independent Education Union of Australia welcomes today’s announcement from the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) that mathematics will not be made compulsory for NSW students in Years 11 and 12. The former NSW Government had planned to make … Continued
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It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that the Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) announces the passing of Michael Joseph O’Shea, affectionately known as Mick O’Shea, on February 29, 2024. Born on October 22, 1933, Mick was a stalwart member of the Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) for an incredible 75 years, leaving an indelible mark … Continued
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The High Court of Australia (HCA) has refused to grant special leave for Queensland Catholic employers seeking to appeal a decision that two former teachers were entitled to pay increases contained in new collective agreements despite resigning before the new agreement took formal effect with approval by the Fair Work Commission (FWC), the Independent Education … Continued
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Media release | Friday, 8 March 2024 This week’s Level Crossing Safety Roundtable in Brisbane saw the transport industry and governments agree to a trial of level crossing safety camera technology. Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) Assistant National Secretary Shayne Kummerfeld said the trial, to be undertaken in Queensland, would be the first step … Continued
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Griffith University has implemented a new payroll system that has prevented some casual staff from being paid. The new system requires staff to agree to their timetables, submit fortnightly timesheets and introduces new layers of approvals. Many casual staff who should have been paid today did not get paid because they have still … Continued
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Media release | Tuesday, 5 March 2024 Rail workers will be seeking mandatory safety cameras at level crossings, and increased penalties for drivers who cross in front of a train, at tomorrow’s national level crossing safety summit in Brisbane. Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) Assistant National Secretary Shayne Kummerfeld said significant decisions needed to … Continued
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The Construction, Forestry, Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) has expressed its deepest condolences over the loss of Victorian Senator Linda White. CFMEU Construction and General Division National Secretary Zach Smith paid tribute to her incredible achievements. “The CFMEU expresses its deepest sympathies to Linda’s family, friends and comrades across the labour movement,” he said. “Linda was … Continued
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The Annual General Meeting of Unions NSW has resolved to push for a phased reduction in poker machine numbers over the next five years to bring the state closer to the number of pokies per head of population in Queensland and Victoria. A motion passed at last night’s AGM calls for NSW to reduce … Continued
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Media release | Thursday, 29 February 2024 Rail workers will be seeking mandatory safety cameras at level crossings, and increased penalties for drivers who cross in front of a train, at next week’s national level crossing safety summit. Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) Assistant National Secretary Shayne Kummerfeld has spoken with South Australian Transport … Continued
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The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) said today that South32’s announcement it had found a buyer for its Illawarra coal mines could be good news for secure jobs in the region. MEU South West District Secretary Andy Davey said workers at Appin and Dendrobium were informed this morning of the sale. “People will be feeling … Continued
