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Five reasons why 1.5°C is union business

Climate change impacts all workers. Limiting global warming to 1.5°C will make a tangible difference. Here are five reasons why 1.5°C is trade union business!

09 July 2019 Read More

"Pathways to parity": paved with promise

Whether it is access to promotional positions, part-time and workplace flexibility or leave impacting on superannuation, the reality is that there are systemic barriers within the department’s processes and bureaucracy that entrench gender employment inequity. 

31 May 2019 Read More

Supporting trans and gender diverse students

There is a growing body of resources available to help schools and teachers make their classrooms and communities safer and inclusive for all students.

26 April 2019 Read More

Abortion, it’s no crime!

After 119 years, Abortion was decriminalised in Queensland on 17 October with the passing of the Termination of Pregnancy Act 2019, 50 votes to 41.  

05 November 2018 Read More

From the VP: We value respect

Since becoming Prime Minister, Scott Morrison has had a fair bit to say about respectful relationships and the values being taught in schools.

11 October 2018 Read More

Termination legislation to go before Parliament

On 15 July, Annastacia Palaszczuk received the Queensland Law Reform Commission’s report into the the state’s termination of pregnancy laws.

05 September 2018 Read More

Welcome change to student dress code

The new Department of Education student dress code has finally been announced, enshrining students’ right to the same uniform options, including shorts and pants, regardless of their gender.

05 September 2018 Read More

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