Southern Suburbs BM; Tuesday, 7th February 2012; Gymea NSW; 4:30 pm. read more
PIP Maintenance of Accreditation - Castle Hill; Monday, 13th February 2012; 4:30-6:30 pm read more
Hunter Valley BM; Monday, 13th February 2012; New Lambton NSW; 5:00 pm. read more
Northern Suburbs BM; Monday, 13th February 2012; Cammeray NSW; 4:30 pm. read more
Central Metropolitan BM; Tuesday, 14th February 2012; Burwood NSW; 4:30 pm. read more
PIP Cyber Savvy - Dee Why; Wednesday 15 February 2012; 4:30-6:30 pm read more
South Coast BM; Wednesday, 15th February 2012; Woonona NSW; 6:45 pm. read more
Penrith Blue Mountains BM; Wednesday, 15th February 2012; Penrith NSW; 4:30 pm. read more
Metropolitan East BM; Wednesday, 15th February 2012; Randwick NSW; 4:30 pm. read more
Central Coast BM; Thursday, 16th February 2012; Gosford NSW; 4:30 pm. read more
IEU Reps Training Day - Tamworth; Friday 17 February 2012; 9:15-3:15pm read more
Mid North Coast BM; Friday, 17th February 2012; Nambucca Heads NSW; 6:00 pm. read more
South East Branch Meeting; Friday, 17th February 2012; Griffith NSW; 6:00 pm. read more
Riverina BM; Friday, 17th February 2012; Wagga Wagga NSW; 7:30 pm. read more
North West Branch Meeting; Friday, 17th February 2012; Tamworth NSW; 5:30 pm. read more
Principals BM; Saturday, 18th February 2012; IEU Office Parramatta; 10:00 am. read more
Cumberland BM; Monday, 20th February 2012; IEU Office Parramatta; 4:30 pm. read more
PIP Maintenance of Accreditation - Sydney City; Monday 20 February 2012; 4.30 - 6.30pm read more
Ku-ring-gai BM; Thursday, 21st February 2012; Hornsby NSW; 4:30 pm. read more
IEU Reps Training Day - Orange, Friday 24 Feb 2012; 9.15 to 3.15 read more
North Coast BM; Wednesday, 22nd February 2012; IEU Office Lismore; 5:00 pm. read more
PIP Maintenance of Accreditation - Revesby Heights; Wednesday 22 February 2012; 4:30-6:30pm read more
Monaro BM; Thursday, 23rd February 2012; Barton ACT; 4:15 pm. read more
Lansdowne BM; Thursday, 23rd February 2012; Fairfield NSW; 4:30 pm. read more
Central Western BM; Friday, 24th February 2012; Orange NSW; 7:30 pm. read more
PIP Maintenance of Accreditation - Forbes; Monday 27 February 2012; 4.30-6.30 read more
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Awards & Salaries
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ACT pay parity result
There has been a successful outcome to a long running battle for pay parity for teachers in the ACT.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Office staff snubbed
In the last edition of Newsmonth I reported on the attempts by business managers and CEO office staff in the Parramatta Diocese to secure an Enterprise Agreement regulating their wages and conditions.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Catholic independent schools vote on agreements
Teachers in 13 Catholic independent schools were voting on agreements at press time.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Interim 2.5% for teachers in Catholic systemic schools
Teachers in NSW Catholic Education Office schools will receive a 2.5% ‘interim’ salary increase from the first pay period in January.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Negotiations for new agreements underway
Negotiations for a new agreement for some Catholic services have commenced with the Catholic Commission for Employment Relations (CCER), writes IEU Industrial officer Verena Herron.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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New year, new agreement
As we anticipate the holidays, it allows us to reflect on the events of the year and as well as look forward to future dialogue with the Catholic Commission for Employment Relations (CCER) and the intricacies of negotiating new agreements.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Branches
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Advice at the coalface
North Coast Branch has had another productive year with things operating smoothly in the centrally located Lismore office.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Principals stake their claim
Recent regional principals’ meetings have focused on the forthcoming Catholic sector negotiations and have highlighted a range of issues in relation to principals’ roles, working conditions and school funding and resourcing.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Packed agenda
You could be forgiven for thinking that the legendary end-of-year dinner at the Summer House, Fairfield RSL, was the reason for such a large turnout at the final meeting of 2011.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Campaigns & Issues
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Fair funding for ALL schools
Members from across NSW and the ACT have travelled to Sydney to join colleagues in calling for funding fairness for all schools.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Teachers are Teachers campaign update
It’s been a year of action as the campaign moved closer to its goal of achieving pay parity for early childhood teachers.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Early Childhood
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Form a cluster to win big
Can early childhood teachers take control of their destiny by supporting each other? Can this professional (and emotional) support bring benefits not only to teachers but for children, families and the wider community? Is it okay to give yourself permission to make the time to meet with others in services near you? Yes, yes and yes.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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IBM KidSmart Explorers
Record numbers attended the IEU’s IBM KidSmart Young Explorer program held at Sydney Macquarie University. Successful participants will receive up to $ 10,000 worth of technology and support for their centres.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Focus on retaining good teachers
Funding for the Teacher Costs Contribution scheme has at last reached us.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Education
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Board acts on member concerns
The Board of Studies (BoS) has revised draft syllabuses after consultation and thanks to input by members, achievement standards will be built in.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Gonski Review should not lead to funding cuts
It is absurd to hear that findings from the Gonski Review could mean funding cuts to education. How can one make cuts to the education of a child who could become our future teacher, nurse, doctor or other vital professional?
Posted : 6 December 2011
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ELICOS
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Present Tense: ELICOS News
In mid-November, the IEU, in conjunction with the NTEU, agreed to terms with UNSW Foundation Studies. The new agreement lasts for two years, and provides for pay increases of 4% per annum (2% increases every six months).
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Seminar provides some answers
The annual seminar for members working in the ELICOS and international student sector was well attended despite torrential rain.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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IEU Information
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The year in review
This year has been one of achievement for the Union. It has consolidated its position in the Federal industrial relations system, lobbied strongly for fair funding for non-government schooling in the context of the Gonski Review, increased its membership base and broadened its provision of accredited Professional Development.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Labour Bites
No world cup without labour rights; Qantas, please explain?; Detroit sacks 9% of public service; 28 year wait.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Farewell to exchange friends
By NSW/ACT Independent Education Union
Farewell to this year’s visiting exchange teachers. We hope that your experience has been a rewarding one and that you will take home many memories from your exchange experience so that others may benefit from your time here.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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A better Christmas gift
By diverting $15 earmarked for a Christmas present to Canhelp, Pamela Malone has gifted a Nepalese community a trained teacher, an early childhood centre and a playgroup.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Embarking on a life-changing journey
Here we are at the end of another year. I am sure you are pleased with your efforts and can finish on a high.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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NGS gong spirits Devery to Chicago band fest
IEU Executive member and history Teacher, Patrick Devery, has been awarded one of six NGS Super professional development Scholarship Awards for 2011.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Indigenous Issues
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Team spirits
The Jarara Indigenous Education Unit is a perfect example of what can be achieved when teachers and support staff collaborate closely writes IEU journalist Sue OsBorne.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Information Technology
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We Connect new site and conference
The IEU is happy to advise you of two great initiatives that will be available to members in 2012. Early in the year we will be launching our new website.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Twitter guide for educators
For teachers and educators in particular, Twitter has the potential to significantly aid learning and information gathering – provided you understand the tools required to make the most of the site’s many features and peculiarities.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Professional Development
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Band 3 accreditation: it helps to have someone to count on
Getting through the Band 3 accreditation process can be a challenging task, but it helps if you’ve got support.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Cybersavvy - Wising up
Newcastle members provided positive feedback on the PIP (Pedagogy in the Pub) on ‘cybersavvy’ provided as professional development.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Schools
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United front needed for funding battle
It’s time for the non-government sector to be more assertive about itself, said IEU General Secretary Dick Shearman at an Australian Catholic University launch of an issues paper.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Bridge to a better life
The role of Sudanese Liaison Officers has morphed over the last decade, reflecting changes in Australia’s refugee policy, but their services are more crucial than ever.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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All Australian students are entitled to a well funded, world-class education
The Australian non-government school system reflects the diverse range of cultural, religious and linguistic backgrounds of Australian society, with almost 50% of students attending a non-government school during their school years.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Converging on common ground
Abridged address to inaugural national conference for IEU Reps and activists from Edmund Rice Education Australia schools.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Teachers
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Knowing what counts
A teacher at the same school for 36 years, Bonita Gale remains committed to improvement and development for herself, her students and her colleagues.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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Rep spotlight: Mel Collis Temp rep steps in
When an IEU Rep takes extended leave or has other commitments, getting a temporary replacement can ensure the invaluable role continues with gusto. With this in mind, primary school Teacher and IEU member Mel Collis gladly volunteered.
Posted : 6 December 2011
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