Welcome to your fourth issue of Newsmonth for 2026.
Classroom disruption impedes learning and takes a serious toll on staff. The union is advocating for more support and resources to address behavioural issues.
Members in Catholic independent Model A schools voted in favour of union-negotiated agreements that provide pay rises and better conditions.
IEU members rallied in Sydney, Lismore and Coffs Harbour to demand the NSW government provide funding for fair pay in community preschools.
Some school employers have given incorrect advice on NCCD compliance. The IEU confirms there are no changes to evidentiary obligations for 2026.
Bookings are now open for the IEU Environment Conference at Taronga Zoo. Register today and get your students outdoors and reconnecting purposefully with nature.
The Australian Electoral Commission has declared the results of recent IEU elections. Read about your union’s structure, and see the list of members of the IEU Executive.
We encourage you to invite your colleagues to join the IEU. We are always stronger together.
Carol Matthews
IEUA NSW/ACT Branch Secretary
You can browse through a selection of highlights below or download a PDF to read the full edition.
Featured stories
- Community preschools: Push for fair pay ramps up
- Classroom behaviour: Union welcomes more support for teachers
- NCCD compliance: Employers must correct wrong advice
- Model A: Vote YES Strong gains in new agreements
- Respect@Aspect: Fighting for better pay and conditions
- Spotlight on reps: Meet four reps from schools affiliated with The Anglican Schools Corporation
- 2026 IEU Environment Conference: Wild learning at Taronga Zoo
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