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How do Catholic schools compare to Deparment schools in South Australia

Compare the pair – it doesn’t add up IEU members in Catholic schools quite rightly feel confused about where the current offer from Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) leaves them compared with Department for Education (DfE) schools, particularly given the recent CESA flyers advising staff …

Hey new dads: take your parental leave!

4 September 2026 Hey new dads: take your parental leave As Father’s Day approaches this Sunday, we can celebrate more fathers gaining access to improved parental leave. The challenge now is ensuring they feel supported to use it, without concerns about workplace stigma, career consequences …

Catholic EB24 – It’s more than just numbers

7 August 2026 Why the IEU is Claiming 6%. And Why 3% Isn’t Enough. One of the most common questions members ask is: Why is the IEU seeking a 6% annual salary increase when the employer is offering 3%? The answer is straightforward: Our claim …

Salary Trends Across SA Non-Government Schools – August 2026

1 August 2026 The IEU’s updated analysis of salaries at 1 August 2026 shows continued improvement across the sector, driven largely by scheduled enterprise agreement increases rather than widespread bargaining outcomes. There are currently a number of schools where enterprise agreements are awaiting approval or …

EA Updates around the sectors – August 2026

7 August 2026 Cardijn Members are United and Prepared to Take Action! Cardijn College members turned out in massive numbers for a recent IEU bargaining meeting on the latest Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) offer, with attendance exceeding expectations (and the meeting room’s capacity!) — …

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 …

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