The future of Home School Liaison Officers
24 March 2026
Section: News
Federation opposes the Department of Education’s plans to disestablish all 113 Home School Liaison Officer (HSLO) positions and replace them…
Federation TAFE Teacher Scholarship 2026
24 March 2026
Section: News
2026 applications are now open In celebration of the contribution of NSW TAFE teachers and their commitment to public education…
Engage in meaningful anti-racism education
19 March 2026
Section: News
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on Saturday 21 March will draw attention to the need for everyone to play a part in challenging and addressing both individual and systemic racism. Race Discrimination Commissioner Giridharan Sivaraman states: “Real change starts with listening. As we approach the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) on 21 March 2026, it’s vital that we listen to the stories of First Peoples.” He also encourages centring anti-racism action on lived experiences. Learn how to action an end to racism Federation believes that if we are going to affect real change, it is time for us all to learn how to action an end to racism! While our schools and TAFE colleges…
In This Issue — Education Quarterly edition 17
11 March 2026
Section: News
The year’s first edition of Education Quarterly is live online and headed to your mailbox — and it’s full of…
Federation calls for an end to the punishment of Cuban teachers and students
10 March 2026
Section: News
Federation President Henry Rajendra met with Cuban Ambassador Gilma Moreira Lino in Sydney on Friday 6 March. The union supports…
Join Federation’s new Online Book Club
25 February 2026
Section: News
Federation is excited to announce the launch of our very own statewide book club! The suggestion for a book club…
Know your rights: Your questions answered
24 February 2026
Section: News
What are my hours of duty? Hours of duty are defined and specified by Determination 1 of 2026 — Attendance…
Equity matters: Your questions answered
24 February 2026
Section: News
What behaviours are acceptable for me to deal with in my classroom? A teacher shouldn’t feel ashamed in reporting concerning…
‘Choose peace,’ Sam Lewis Peace Prize winner urges
20 February 2026
Section: News
A student from Unanderra Public School has taken out the Sam Lewis Peace Prize with a moving video urging world…
Federation to fight for extra teacher preparation time
18 February 2026
Section: News
Federation’s new campaign to win two hours of additional release time per week for public school teachers, More Than Thanks…
Vacancy for Branch Professional Officers
16 February 2026
Section: Administration
Mr Neale Dawson, Special Counsel, NEW Law Pty Ltd, will be the Returning Officer for the by-election of the Australian…
Vacancy for Branch Professional Officers
16 February 2026
Section: Administration
Mr Neale Dawson, Special Counsel, NEW Law Pty Ltd, will be the Returning Officer for the by-election of the Australian…
Vacancy for Branch Professional Officers
16 February 2026
Section: Administration
Mr Neale Dawson, Special Counsel, NEW Law Pty Ltd, will be the Returning Officer for the by-election of the Australian…
Teachers need time to plan and collaborate: survey
14 February 2026
Section: Media Release, News
A comprehensive survey of almost 20,000 NSW teachers shows the overwhelming majority lack sufficient time to meet the growing needs…
How a Local school strike in 1976 initiated a legacy for staffing entitlements
10 February 2026
Section: News
Tuesday 10 February marks 50 years since teachers at Warilla High School started the longest teachers’ strike in Australia’s history…
Election notice: Branch Conference Delegates – “Round 3” (E2025/207)
6 February 2026
Section: Administration
Nominations are called for Branch Conference Delegates (number of vacancies) representing the following Associations:
Strengthening a public good for the nation’s common good
5 February 2026
Section: News
In the wake of the Bondi terror attacks, it’s very easy to overlook our strengths as a nation. That was…
Applications now open for Federation’s $4000 Future Teacher Scholarships
4 February 2026
Section: News
Applications for 2026 are now open Students enrolled in NESA-accredited initial teacher education programs in NSW are encouraged to apply…
Sweeping changes to cleaning in schools
2 February 2026
Section: News
Cleaners in NSW public schools are transitioning to permanent employment with the Department of Education, marking a significant step away…
Strong turnout launches first Trade Union Training Course of 2026
30 January 2026
Section: News
TAFE members from across NSW came together on 29 January for the first Trade Union Training course of 2026, ‘Know…
Election Notice – AEU Federal recall election for NSW National Principals’ Committee Member & TAFE Division Yalukit Yulendj (National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Committee) Member (E2025/204)
28 January 2026
Section: Administration
Nominations are called for: New South Wales Teachers Federation (NSWTF) Branch General DivisionNational Principals’ Committee Member (1)TAFE DivisionYalukit Yulendj (National…