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Our Universities Matter

NTEU campaign for a better higher education system

NTEU will campaign during 2008 to reinvigorate

Australia’s universities under the banner of

Our Universities Matter – Investing in People and Society.

 

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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. 

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