Independent Education Union of Australia NSW/ACT Branch
@ieunswact.bsky.social
The union for staff in non-government schools, post-secondary colleges and early childhood teachers.
We represent over 32,000 members across NSW and in the ACT.
🌐 www.ieu.asn.au
☎️ 02 8202 8900
We represent over 32,000 members across NSW and in the ACT.
🌐 www.ieu.asn.au
☎️ 02 8202 8900
The IEUA NSW/ACT Branch Executive congratulate the VIC/TAS Branch on its fight to secure industrial rights for its members employed in Victorian Catholic Schools.
Read the full motion on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/?p=8412
Read the full motion on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/?p=8412
November 16, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The IEUA NSW/ACT Branch Executive congratulate the VIC/TAS Branch on its fight to secure industrial rights for its members employed in Victorian Catholic Schools.
Read the full motion on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/?p=8412
Read the full motion on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/?p=8412
Say hello to the Cumberland sub-branch, meeting at the IEU's Parramatta office for their term 4 meeting.
There are more Term 4 sub-branch meetings to come! RSVP on the IEU website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
There are more Term 4 sub-branch meetings to come! RSVP on the IEU website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
November 15, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Say hello to the Cumberland sub-branch, meeting at the IEU's Parramatta office for their term 4 meeting.
There are more Term 4 sub-branch meetings to come! RSVP on the IEU website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
There are more Term 4 sub-branch meetings to come! RSVP on the IEU website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
It pays to be an IEU member! This year, we recovered an incredible $4.4 million for our members.
That's $4.4 million in underpayments, leave entitlements, back pay, and much more.
Join the IEU today 👇
https://www.ieu.asn.au/why-join-us/
That's $4.4 million in underpayments, leave entitlements, back pay, and much more.
Join the IEU today 👇
https://www.ieu.asn.au/why-join-us/
November 14, 2025 at 5:59 AM
It pays to be an IEU member! This year, we recovered an incredible $4.4 million for our members.
That's $4.4 million in underpayments, leave entitlements, back pay, and much more.
Join the IEU today 👇
https://www.ieu.asn.au/why-join-us/
That's $4.4 million in underpayments, leave entitlements, back pay, and much more.
Join the IEU today 👇
https://www.ieu.asn.au/why-join-us/
UNION WIN ✊ IEU members in the Bathurst Diocese have achieved a major win regarding their Long Service Leave (LSL) entitlements today.
Read more about this win on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/union-members-win-long-service-leave-in-bathurst/
Read more about this win on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/union-members-win-long-service-leave-in-bathurst/
November 13, 2025 at 4:14 AM
UNION WIN ✊ IEU members in the Bathurst Diocese have achieved a major win regarding their Long Service Leave (LSL) entitlements today.
Read more about this win on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/union-members-win-long-service-leave-in-bathurst/
Read more about this win on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/union-members-win-long-service-leave-in-bathurst/
"The working conditions of our educators are the learning conditions of my kids", says Chrissy Lynch, president of US Union MASSAFLCIO, speaking at the IEU's AGM.
Chrissy works to unite people under a common interest: defending and improving the rights of workers. Thank you Chrissy for your time!
Chrissy works to unite people under a common interest: defending and improving the rights of workers. Thank you Chrissy for your time!
November 13, 2025 at 1:59 AM
"The working conditions of our educators are the learning conditions of my kids", says Chrissy Lynch, president of US Union MASSAFLCIO, speaking at the IEU's AGM.
Chrissy works to unite people under a common interest: defending and improving the rights of workers. Thank you Chrissy for your time!
Chrissy works to unite people under a common interest: defending and improving the rights of workers. Thank you Chrissy for your time!
Today marks 50 years since one of the most significant constitutional developments in Australia's history–the sacking of PM Gough Whitlam in 1975. On that day, Australia learned that our democracy wasn't as safe as we thought. Whitlam was sacked not by election. Not by vote. But by power.
November 11, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Today marks 50 years since one of the most significant constitutional developments in Australia's history–the sacking of PM Gough Whitlam in 1975. On that day, Australia learned that our democracy wasn't as safe as we thought. Whitlam was sacked not by election. Not by vote. But by power.
A fantastic turnout at the Northern Beaches Term 4 sub-branch meeting on Tuesday!
The Northern Beaches sub branch covers schools and services in Manly, Dee Why, Collaroy, Narrabeen, Terrey Hills, Warriewood, and their surrounds.
RSVP to your sub branch meeting: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
The Northern Beaches sub branch covers schools and services in Manly, Dee Why, Collaroy, Narrabeen, Terrey Hills, Warriewood, and their surrounds.
RSVP to your sub branch meeting: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
November 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
A fantastic turnout at the Northern Beaches Term 4 sub-branch meeting on Tuesday!
The Northern Beaches sub branch covers schools and services in Manly, Dee Why, Collaroy, Narrabeen, Terrey Hills, Warriewood, and their surrounds.
RSVP to your sub branch meeting: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
The Northern Beaches sub branch covers schools and services in Manly, Dee Why, Collaroy, Narrabeen, Terrey Hills, Warriewood, and their surrounds.
RSVP to your sub branch meeting: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
We will remember them. Lest we forget.
November 10, 2025 at 11:59 PM
We will remember them. Lest we forget.
Congratulations to our IEU noticeboard competition winners! 👏👏👏
Check out our website for a gallery of submissions - 📸✨ let them inspire you for next year's competition:
Check out our website for a gallery of submissions - 📸✨ let them inspire you for next year's competition:
November 10, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Congratulations to our IEU noticeboard competition winners! 👏👏👏
Check out our website for a gallery of submissions - 📸✨ let them inspire you for next year's competition:
Check out our website for a gallery of submissions - 📸✨ let them inspire you for next year's competition:
We're kicking off our Term 4 sub branch meetings with our wonderful members from Ku-ring-gai!
There are more sub-branch meetings to come! RSVP to your local meeting on the IEU website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
There are more sub-branch meetings to come! RSVP to your local meeting on the IEU website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
November 9, 2025 at 12:59 AM
We're kicking off our Term 4 sub branch meetings with our wonderful members from Ku-ring-gai!
There are more sub-branch meetings to come! RSVP to your local meeting on the IEU website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
There are more sub-branch meetings to come! RSVP to your local meeting on the IEU website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
Thank you to all the reps who joined us yesterday in Wattle St for Reps training! We look forward to seeing how you bring the lessons you've learnt today to life in your chapters
Keep an eye out for reps training sessions on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
Keep an eye out for reps training sessions on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
November 7, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Thank you to all the reps who joined us yesterday in Wattle St for Reps training! We look forward to seeing how you bring the lessons you've learnt today to life in your chapters
Keep an eye out for reps training sessions on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
Keep an eye out for reps training sessions on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/events/
Women's safety in the workplace remains a key concern for IEU members. However, between 2014 and 2024, conditions have worsened, making it the only area of gender equality to show a backward trend.
Read the full IEU Speaks on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/ieu-speaks-womens-workplace-safety/
Read the full IEU Speaks on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/ieu-speaks-womens-workplace-safety/
November 7, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Women's safety in the workplace remains a key concern for IEU members. However, between 2014 and 2024, conditions have worsened, making it the only area of gender equality to show a backward trend.
Read the full IEU Speaks on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/ieu-speaks-womens-workplace-safety/
Read the full IEU Speaks on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/ieu-speaks-womens-workplace-safety/
IEU Members in NSW CSA Christian Schools – Vote yes for your new MEA! Voting will take place from 5-7 November
Your employer will provide you with voting instructions. For more information about the new MEAs: https://www.ieu.asn.au/newsextra-nsw-csa-vote-yes/
Your employer will provide you with voting instructions. For more information about the new MEAs: https://www.ieu.asn.au/newsextra-nsw-csa-vote-yes/
November 6, 2025 at 7:59 AM
IEU Members in NSW CSA Christian Schools – Vote yes for your new MEA! Voting will take place from 5-7 November
Your employer will provide you with voting instructions. For more information about the new MEAs: https://www.ieu.asn.au/newsextra-nsw-csa-vote-yes/
Your employer will provide you with voting instructions. For more information about the new MEAs: https://www.ieu.asn.au/newsextra-nsw-csa-vote-yes/
Calling all secondary teachers! Participate in an online survey to assist in research exploring how organisational practices in schools could impact a teacher’s wellbeing and intention to remain in the profession. To access the survey: https://cqu.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4UAZDGzZEZvJ7Js
November 6, 2025 at 6:59 AM
Calling all secondary teachers! Participate in an online survey to assist in research exploring how organisational practices in schools could impact a teacher’s wellbeing and intention to remain in the profession. To access the survey: https://cqu.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4UAZDGzZEZvJ7Js
📣 Have your say: NESA is looking for feedback on year 11-12 draft syllabus across Creative Arts, HSIE and Technological and Applied Studies senior subject areas.
More information on the NESA consultations webpage: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/news/syllabus-consultations
More information on the NESA consultations webpage: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/news/syllabus-consultations
November 5, 2025 at 7:00 AM
📣 Have your say: NESA is looking for feedback on year 11-12 draft syllabus across Creative Arts, HSIE and Technological and Applied Studies senior subject areas.
More information on the NESA consultations webpage: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/news/syllabus-consultations
More information on the NESA consultations webpage: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/news/syllabus-consultations
Right now, 27% of school teachers report working more than 45 hours a week, compared to 18% of the total working population (ABS stats).
The IEU can support you with managing workloads and ensuring your rights are upheld and respected.
Join the IEU today: https://www.ieu.asn.au/why-join-us/
The IEU can support you with managing workloads and ensuring your rights are upheld and respected.
Join the IEU today: https://www.ieu.asn.au/why-join-us/
November 4, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Right now, 27% of school teachers report working more than 45 hours a week, compared to 18% of the total working population (ABS stats).
The IEU can support you with managing workloads and ensuring your rights are upheld and respected.
Join the IEU today: https://www.ieu.asn.au/why-join-us/
The IEU can support you with managing workloads and ensuring your rights are upheld and respected.
Join the IEU today: https://www.ieu.asn.au/why-join-us/
“Preventing modern slavery is union business,” says NSW Anti-Slavery Commissioner Dr James Cockayne in addressing the IEU’s AGM last week.
Unions strive for all working people to be paid fairly and treated with dignity.
Unions strive for all working people to be paid fairly and treated with dignity.
November 3, 2025 at 3:59 AM
“Preventing modern slavery is union business,” says NSW Anti-Slavery Commissioner Dr James Cockayne in addressing the IEU’s AGM last week.
Unions strive for all working people to be paid fairly and treated with dignity.
Unions strive for all working people to be paid fairly and treated with dignity.
Congratulations to the winners of the IEU Union Noticeboard Competition! ✨📸
November 2, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Congratulations to the winners of the IEU Union Noticeboard Competition! ✨📸
🚨Applications close 3 November!
📍Work with us: The IEU is seeking applications from enthusiastic and dynamic education professionals to join our team of organisers.
For more informationhttps://www.ieu.asn.au/position-vacant-organiser-wollongong/
📍Work with us: The IEU is seeking applications from enthusiastic and dynamic education professionals to join our team of organisers.
For more informationhttps://www.ieu.asn.au/position-vacant-organiser-wollongong/
November 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🚨Applications close 3 November!
📍Work with us: The IEU is seeking applications from enthusiastic and dynamic education professionals to join our team of organisers.
For more informationhttps://www.ieu.asn.au/position-vacant-organiser-wollongong/
📍Work with us: The IEU is seeking applications from enthusiastic and dynamic education professionals to join our team of organisers.
For more informationhttps://www.ieu.asn.au/position-vacant-organiser-wollongong/
More info on the pay rises is available on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/newsextra-catholic-systemic-vote-yes
October 31, 2025 at 12:01 AM
More info on the pay rises is available on our website: https://www.ieu.asn.au/newsextra-catholic-systemic-vote-yes
✊🍎 On World Teachers' Day, we celebrate the teachers who shape our world. Here are some IEU teachers telling us why they love doing what they do! 📚❤️ Thank you! 👏
October 30, 2025 at 10:31 PM
✊🍎 On World Teachers' Day, we celebrate the teachers who shape our world. Here are some IEU teachers telling us why they love doing what they do! 📚❤️ Thank you! 👏
The NSW government today announced changes to its Start Strong preschool program requiring services not meeting quality standards to improve their rating or risk losing funding.
Read the full statement:https://www.ieu.asn.au/ieu-statement-reforms-start-strong-program/
Read the full statement:https://www.ieu.asn.au/ieu-statement-reforms-start-strong-program/
October 30, 2025 at 4:59 AM
The NSW government today announced changes to its Start Strong preschool program requiring services not meeting quality standards to improve their rating or risk losing funding.
Read the full statement:https://www.ieu.asn.au/ieu-statement-reforms-start-strong-program/
Read the full statement:https://www.ieu.asn.au/ieu-statement-reforms-start-strong-program/
Huge congratulations to the 2025 Environment Grant winners, and thank you to everyone who applied. Thank you to Teachers Mutual Bank for sponsoring the grants.
Read more about the winning projects: https://www.ieu.asn.au/2025-environment-grants/
Read more about the winning projects: https://www.ieu.asn.au/2025-environment-grants/
October 30, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Huge congratulations to the 2025 Environment Grant winners, and thank you to everyone who applied. Thank you to Teachers Mutual Bank for sponsoring the grants.
Read more about the winning projects: https://www.ieu.asn.au/2025-environment-grants/
Read more about the winning projects: https://www.ieu.asn.au/2025-environment-grants/
All our teacher members are gems 💎✨
Get excited - World Teachers' Day is this Friday, 31 October!
#WTD2025 #TeachingGems
Get excited - World Teachers' Day is this Friday, 31 October!
#WTD2025 #TeachingGems
October 29, 2025 at 1:59 AM
All our teacher members are gems 💎✨
Get excited - World Teachers' Day is this Friday, 31 October!
#WTD2025 #TeachingGems
Get excited - World Teachers' Day is this Friday, 31 October!
#WTD2025 #TeachingGems
Last Saturday, more than 120 elected IEU Council members from across NSW and the ACT came together for the IEUA NSW/ACT Branch's AGM.
Council is the union's ultimate governing and decision-making body. And it's made up of you, the members. We had all 20 sub branches represented – Union in action!
Council is the union's ultimate governing and decision-making body. And it's made up of you, the members. We had all 20 sub branches represented – Union in action!
October 28, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Last Saturday, more than 120 elected IEU Council members from across NSW and the ACT came together for the IEUA NSW/ACT Branch's AGM.
Council is the union's ultimate governing and decision-making body. And it's made up of you, the members. We had all 20 sub branches represented – Union in action!
Council is the union's ultimate governing and decision-making body. And it's made up of you, the members. We had all 20 sub branches represented – Union in action!