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Lutheran Bargaining Update – pauses on clauses

Bargaining continues on the Lutheran Enterprise Agreement (EA) and whilst progress is occurring, reading clauses is consuming a lot of time, and the Employer has parked a number of matters. This pause comes when we are probably 20 clauses of review behind where we could …

Tax and your investment returns

Did you know the tax you pay on your investments can vary depending on how you hold them – whether in your own name, through super, a trust or a company? How your investments can grow Investment returns generally come from two sources: Income – …

Safe Work Australia transition to workplace exposure limits

7 August 2026 Schools and employees need to be aware of changes to workplace exposure limits coming into effect from 1 December 2026. Exposure to substances or mixtures in the workplace can occur through inhalation, absorption through the skin or ingestion. Most exposure occurs through …

Mental health care: how to cover the costs

7 August 2026 Your mind doesn’t switch off when the bell rings. Caring for students, supporting colleagues and navigating the demands of the day often means there’s little time to focus on yourself. As the year progresses, it’s not uncommon to feel mentally or emotionally …

Challenging masculinities – Research study

7 August 2026 Attention all male teachers! The University of Melbourne is conducting an online survey to learn how male-identifying teachers are engaging with issues relating to masculinities in their classroom. Interested teachers can read more at our website: https://education.unimelb.edu.au/research/projects/challenging-masculinities Human Research Ethics Committee ID: …

Anna Stewart Memorial Project – 2026

7 August 2026 Just last year, the Anna Stewart Memorial Project (ASMP) celebrated 40 years in South Australia. ASMP presents a unique opportunity for union women interested in building their skills, union knowledge and networks. It also enables them to play a more active role …

Your Story Can Help Change the System

SA Unions Calls on Workers to Share Their Experiences Every worker deserves to return home safely at the end of the day. Yet for many South Australians, workplace injuries, safety concerns, and difficult experiences navigating compensation systems have had a lasting impact on their lives, …

Wear it Purple Day – get ready!

Get Ready for ‘Wear it purple day’, it is on Friday 28 August 2026. Creating an Australia free from discrimination is a job for everyone. Support LGBTQIA+ Youth to ensure they feel supported and accepted. Minus18.org have excellent resources and a wide range of information on …

Remember! Payday super now applies!

7 August 2026 Payday super is now the law, and members have been contacting us since it came into effect on 1 July 2026,  asking us about super being paid on payday. Under the new legislation, an employer has 7 business days from the date …