AEU Tasmania
Quality Education for All
We are 6,000 principals, teachers and support staff who work in public schools, colleges and TAFE. We come together as the AEU Tasmania to fight for quality public education – because every child is worth it.
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Four out of five public school teachers spend own money on classroom resources
Public school teachers spend on average $874 of their own money each year on essential school resources for their students, according to the latest “State of our Schools” survey. The Australian Education Union (AEU) 2020 State of our Schools survey, with more than...
OECD lays bare Australia’s public education investment inequity
The latest OECD report on worldwide education indicators has confirmed that public investment into Australia’s public education system is below the OECD average. According to the Education at a Glance report, Australia boasts the highest rates of return on investment...
Teachers, school principals reject NAPLAN
Three quarters of teachers say that NAPLAN is ineffective as a method of assessing students according to the latest “State of our Schools” survey. The Australian Education Union (AEU) 2020 State of our Schools survey, with more than 12,000 responses from public school...
New Education Union State Manager from Public Education, for Public Education
The Tasmanian Branch of the Australian Education Union has announced former teacher, principal, Attorney-General and Minister for Education and Training Brian Wightman has been selected as State Manager. Brian Wightman brings a lifetime of passion for public education...
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AEU Election Notice
Insufficient Nominations Election
Nominations are called for:
Tasmanian Branch – General Division
– Federal Conference Delegates representing the General Division (1)
– Yalukit Yulendj (National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Committee) (General Division) Member (1)
Click here for the full AEC Election Notice and Nomination Form.
Declaration of Election Results
Congratulations to the following successful candidates for AEU Tasmania Branch officer positions:
AEU Branch Deputy President – DoE Sector
David Genford
DoE Sector Council Delegate from North Western Region
Lisa Taylor
TAFE Division Branch Council Delegate
Cameron McKinnon
Support Staff Sector Council Delegates from Southern Region
Rebecca Greeves
Harriet King
Support Staff Sector Council Delegates from North Western Region
Tanya Adams
Liam Grossmith
Click the following links for full results:
- Casual Vacancy Election – AEU Branch Deputy President – DOE Sector
Casual Vacancy Election – Various offices
Free Legal Advice for AEU Members
We have formed a partnership with leading Tasmanian law firm, Ogilvie Jennings, to offer AEU members limited free legal advice in the form of an initial appointment on work or non-work related matters.
To make an appointment call the AEU on 1800 001 313 or email us on the form below. This offer of free legal advice is in addition to the high-level advice and support that the AEU continues to provide members on work-related issues.
Member Benefits
If you’re an AEU member you can enjoy savings on everything from getting married to buying a house. Then there are benefits of being part of Tasmania’s largest education union that we don’t think you can put a price on. These include a sense of belonging, camaraderie, protection and the opportunity to work together to make a positive difference for public education and TAFE. Which ever way you look at it – it pays to belong!
Member Support Centre
The AEU offers a range of services and support for its members through its network of Industrial Officers, workplace Representatives (Reps), Organisers and the AEU Membership Team.
If you’re having an issue at work, your first port of call should be to your Workplace Rep. If they are unable to help you, they will refer you to our central office where the Internal Organiser will assess your query, provide advice or refer you to an appropriate officer.
Hours: 8.30am-5pm, Monday-Friday
P: 03 6234 9500
Toll free: 1800 001 313
E: support@aeutas.org.au
Membership Services
Our Membership team can help you with questions about your AEU membership such as subscription renewals.
It’s also important that you keep us up to date about your personal and professional information such as contact details and hours of work.
Contact the membership team om 1800 001 313 or email membership@aeutas.org.au
Recent News
AEU Tas eReporter News 24th September 2020
Click here to download printable pdf version Contents President’s Wrap New Member Welcome Lunch/Meal Breaks - did you know? AEU Noticeboard Competition Member Win for Plastering Teachers in Allied Trades Recent Member Wins! ESP (support staff) Update AEU member...
Education key to Tasmanian recovery
Helen Richardson, President AEU Tasmania Tasmanian teachers, principals and school staff have won even greater respect and appreciation from our broader community this year. While very focused on the health and safety of students, their families and vulnerable...
AEU Tas eReporter News 10th August 2020
Click here to download printable pdf version Contents President’s Wrap New Member Welcome New staff introduction Member win! Repeat of selection process ordered Unions Tasmania Covid-19 Recovery Survey Elections are coming – get involved in your union! Primary...
Tax Time
It's that time of year again. Your AEU membership and active campaigning has delivered pay rises and improved conditions - PLUS your member contributions are tax deductible! AEU members will receive their tax statements by email. Below are some handy resources to...