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Legal: “Touchy feely” teacher’s dismissal was fair

A recent Fair Work decision reminds teachers of the dangers of even relatively innocent over-familiar conduct with students.

02 June 2021 Read More

Legal - The student-teacher relationship: how close is too close?

Legal claims and allegations regarding student-teacher relationships are becoming more common, and it seems the taboo (for both parties) has done little to stop career-ending instances for teachers.

11 March 2021 Read More

Legal: Mandatory reporting - if in doubt, report

Many cases and inquiries have demonstrated how important prompt reporting of knowledge or suspicion is to protecting children.

11 November 2020 Read More

Legal: Just who exactly needs a blue card?

Who needs a card or exemption under the new blue card rules as they relate to schools and education centres across Queensland.

07 October 2020 Read More

Legal: Blue cards - “no card, no start” starts now

Blue cards are to be more important than ever, as new laws tighten the child protection regime in ways that will have wide-reaching impacts on parents, teachers and school leaders.

19 August 2020 Read More

Legal: "Justice" on tap

An innocent “tap” to the arm of a student from a teacher demonstrating proper behaviour to a class has eventually led to the member defending criminal charges of assault.

07 July 2020 Read More

Legal: Disciplinary action against principal set aside

A principal is back at school after the Department of Education’s attempt to discipline her for allegedly “talking abruptly” to a member of staff was set aside by the QIRC.

24 March 2020 Read More

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