WHO WE ARE

Who we are

The Independent Education Union of Australia NSW/ACT Branch is the union for teachers and support staff in non-government schools, colleges and early childhood education and care (ECEC).

We are committed to fostering excellence in education, advocating for fair working conditions, professional development, and a just, thriving learning environment for all. Our mission is to empower and support those who shape the future of education.

For any issues or queries regarding your professional life, your IEU Organiser is just a phone call away.

Phone (02) 8202 8900 or (toll free) 1800 467 943 or contact us

We are stronger together

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Organisational structure

The Independent Education Union is structured in a way that best meets the needs of our members. We are divided into geographical sub branches, each of which elects member delegates to Council every two years. Council is the decision-making body of the union, bringing together member delegates from around NSW and the ACT, it meets four times a year, with an Annual General Meeting in October. Council has approximately 115 delegates. Our Executive of 22 is elected directly every three years by members.

Our History

Since our initial foundation in the 1950's as the Assistant Masters' Association (AMA), the Independent Education Union of Australia NSW/ACT Branch has undergone significant growth and change in its almost 70 year proud history of representing the rights of teachers and support staff in non-government education. Over the years, we have achieved several milestones, facing legislative changes and major campaigns in education. We have grown to a union membership of over 30,000 members. Please read more about our history here.

IEU Executive

  • Secretary
    Carol Matthews
  • Deputy Secretary
    David Towson
  • Assistant Secretary
    Patrick Devery
  • Assistant Secretary
    Therese Fitzgibbon
  • President
    Suzanne Penson
  • Deputy President
    Denise McHugh
  • Vice President Catholic Systemic Dioceses
    Elizabeth Heggart
  • Vice President Independent Schools and Educational Institutions
    Helen Templeton
  • Vice President Support and Professional Staff
    Nicole Downey
  • Vice President Early Childhood Education and Care
    Vacant
  • Vice President ACT
    David Caton
  • Financial Officer
    Denise McHugh
  • Financial Officer
    Markus Muschal
  • General Executive
    Jennifer Allen
  • General Executive
    Jacob Betts
  • General Executive
    Caroline Brehaut
  • General Executive
    Sarah Gardiner
  • General Executive
    Amy Kermode
  • General Executive
    Kylie Martinez
  • General Executive
    Michelle Mella
  • General Executive
    Peter Moore
  • General Executive
    Christine Wilkinson
  • General Executive
    Amanda Wood