Units set path for learning
9 March 2020
Section: News
Units of work to support the teaching of themes present in the film naa muru gurung (to see a path for children) are set to be released by Federation soon.
Prisons struggling to fill teacher positions
9 March 2020
Section: News
The NSW Inspector of Custodial Services’ report has delivered a damning assessment of the failed privatisation of adult education in NSW prisons.
Our 2020 vision: A spotlight on the profession
9 March 2020
Section: Columns
The start to the school year brought with it tremendous challenges that we would all hope to never be experienced again. For many of our members, their students and families there was no summer vacation.
International Day of Education: the world needs another 69 million teachers
9 March 2020
Section: News
On the International Day of Education, unions warn that the world is not facing a global learning crisis, but a global education funding crisis.
World’s unions call for action from PM
8 March 2020
Section: News
Education unions from around the world have written a strident rebuke of the Morrison Government’s environmental record calling for urgent action to address the climate emergency after Australia’s devastating bushfire season.
New role to inform union’s policy
8 March 2020
Section: News
As part of Federation’s response to the climate emergency, the union will appoint a Climate Emergency Coordinator to inform its escalated climate strategy and policy.
Boom in enrolments unmatched by funding
8 March 2020
Section: News
A Productivity Commission report shows total government funding to NSW private schools increased by 32 per cent while equivalent funding for public schools increased by only 11.8 per cent between 2008-09 and 2017-18; almost three times as much.
Media release: Government-fuelled largesse – it’s obscene
8 March 2020
Section: Media Release
Federation President Angelo Gavrielatos says revelations of the “billion dollar private school building boom” further expose defenceless funding priorities of state and federal governments.
Bathurst course revs up motorsport careers
7 March 2020
Section: News
TAFE automotive students were put on a fast track to a motorsport career as part of a short course during the Bathurst 12-Hour event at Mt Panorama earlier this term.
TAFE review must restore key funding
7 March 2020
Section: News
Federation will highlight the failed privatisation policies of successive state and federal governments during the NSW Government’s review of the vocational education and training system.
Theatre reviews
6 March 2020
Section: Member’s Voice
The Campaign, Jesus Wants Me For A Sunbeam, The Deep Blue Sea
Association spotlight: Newcastle Teachers Association
6 March 2020
Section: Member’s Voice
The Newcastle metropolitan area is the second most populated area in NSW with 322,300 citizens.
New chapter for SIG recognises vital role
6 March 2020
Section: News
For some time, Federation has held serious concerns about the erosion of the specialist positions under the State Government’s Local Schools, Local Decisions policy, including the role of the teacher-librarian in NSW public schools.
Actively showing our support
6 March 2020
Section: News
With the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras comes an increase of rainbows across the city, from businesses, government bodies and community.
Maternity leave in schools
6 March 2020
Section: Columns
People use the term “maternity leave” to refer to a range of rights and entitlements related to pregnancy. However, those entitlements can vary depending on the nature of employment.
Stay calm and informed of advice
6 March 2020
Section: News
Federation is aware, through evidence from members, of racism and unacceptable actions by some students and community members towards certain ethnic groups as the COVID-19 epidemic moves into its third month.
Book reviews
5 March 2020
Section: Member’s Voice
How the Queen Found the Perfect Cup of Tea, Saga, Teacher for Justice, Celebrating Difference
Harmony Day an opportunity to promote anti-racism
5 March 2020
Section: News
Harmony Day is a time when school communities can unite and promote inclusion.
Racism is a virus – there’s an antidote
5 March 2020
Section: Columns
As a union of educators, all Federation members have the responsibility to organise, oppose, act and educate against racism in all its forms.
Valuing the teaching profession — An independent inquiry
4 March 2020
Section: News
Attention will be drawn to the extent and complexity of changes to the nature of members’ work when an independent inquiry investigates the value of the work of teachers and principals over the next 12 months.