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More of Australia’s youngest learners will get access to early education with the passing of the Albanese Government’s three-day guarantee of early childhood education and care.

How does a lecturers’ union influence legislative change and restore the status of its members in a toxic, polarised and polarising political environment? Through commitment, resilience and indomitable will.

The climate emergency has been recognised as a critical issue, with the United Nations emphasising the essential role of climate change education.

Teachers’ jobs involve more than just teaching the required curriculum. A significant part of their role includes providing emotional support to their students.

Harmony Day and Week is an annual event when Australians come together to celebrate the nation’s vibrant multicultural heritage.

The release of the Productivity Commission Report on Government Services (ROGS) 2025 highlights the growing disparity in government funding between public and private schools.

We know many educators look for reliable curriculum resources when teaching on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues. You can find excellent resources via Narragunnawali – a program that supports schools and early learning services to take action towards reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The famous Red eBooks are available now for schools, with the TAFE book coming soon!

The school year is off and racing and so are we. The Growth Team at the SSTUWA are here to help support new educators as you launch your teaching career.

The State School Teachers’ Union of WA is thrilled by the state government’s announcement that it will replace evaporative air conditioners in WA public schools.

In case you missed it, the executive summary of the Department of Education Agency Capability Review was released late last year.

The recent AEU Federal Conference saw delegates hear and engage with our comrades from other education unions across the world.

The State School Teachers’ Union of WA looks forward to seeing the details of the state government’s proposal to undertake a trial providing full-time Kindy to Western Australian children.

After lengthy negotiations, three offers, continuous member involvement and stop work events across the state, the Schools General Agreement was registered on 4 November 2024. But registration of a new Agreement is only part of the job.

One of the SSTUWA’s key strategic aims when commissioning the Facing the Facts review was to prompt greater debate about public education; to ensure politicians understood its importance and the community’s support for public schools.

The Australian Education Union has welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement that a re-elected Albanese Government would deliver three days [per week] of subsidised early education, describing it as a major step forward in ensuring all Australian children receive the best possible start in life.

It’s just over two years since ChatGPT burst onto the scene in late 2022.

As the new year begins and students and staff return to their educational settings, we welcome the Bunuru season.

Welcome to 2025! I hope you managed to take some time out for yourself over the break, resting and recharging those batteries in preparation for another school year.

Starting your teaching career can be both challenging and rewarding.