Our Universities Matter
NTEU campaign for a better higher education system
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NTEU will campaign during 2008 to reinvigorate Our Universities Matter – Investing in People and Society.
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Further information:
| Introduction | Key policy initiatives; key bargaining claims; why our universities matter; making our universities better. |
| A Charter for University Renewal | Statement of underlying principles. |
| Collective Bargaining | This year, NTEU will be negotiating with University management for a new Collective Agreement, including payrises and improved staff conditions. Together we can make a difference! |
| Universities Act | A legislative framework which clearly defines the roles and responsibilities of universities |
| Statement on Academic Freedom and University Independence | To be signed by senior Academic and General staff. |
| National Petition | National Petition in support of the Charter. ONLINE SOON |
| Casual & Sessional Staff | NTEU is seeking better pay and conditions for casual and sessional academics. |
| Research Staff | NTEU is giving priority to the needs of contract research staff. |
| General Staff Classification & Promotion | Clearer procedures for general staff classification and promotion. |
| University funding | Australia now spends less on tertiary education than the OECD average. |
| Pay Rates | A 27% salary increase is needed over the next three years |
| Workloads | We need clear and substantive regulation of workloads. |
| Work/Life Balance | A focus on more flexible working arrangements and better carers' leave to look after young children and the elderly. |
| Job Security | The previous Federal Government stripped job security conditions from Collective Agreements. |
| Indigenous Employment | NTEU's Indigenous specific clauses help combat diminished educational and employment opportunities. |
| Regional Universities | Regional communities need strong universities. |
| Environmental Sustainability | Australia's universities are key leaders in developing solutions to reduce greenhouse emissions. |
| Discussion Forums | Open threads for NTEU members. Private threads for Bargaining Teams. |
| Resources | Download materials to support the campaign. |