
Choose to Challenge in 2021
International Women's Day is a global day that celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.
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SSTUWA opposes Year 1 phonics testing
Children in our public school system struggle with literacy for a range of reasons – anxiety, hunger, mental health concerns, neglect – any of these factors can affect a child’s capacity to learn. The task of identifying and managing the causes of learning difficulties can be complex, something which the proposal to introduce a phonics test in Year 1 fails to recognise.
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ME becomes WE - ME Bank accepts BOQ offer
ME Bank’s shareholders have unanimously agreed to accept a $1.325 billion all-cash offer from BOQ, one of Australia’s leading regional banks. The ME brand, people, operations, and Melbourne-based presence will be retained, reflecting BOQ’s multi-brand strategy and the commitment of both banks to retain their common customer-centric ethos and values.
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Western Teacher - State Election edition
Find out how to lock in the best outcomes for public education through your vote at the 13 March state election. Read the party platforms, our reaction and more.
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Federal government must ‘Rebuild with TAFE’ to create a positive future for all
The Australian Education Union (AEU) is calling on governments across the country to make TAFE their first priority as Australia looks to rebuild from the COVID-19 pandemic and tackle the country’s skills crisis.
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SSTUWA welcomes spending, renews calls for additional teaching staff
The State School Teachers’ Union of Western Australia has welcomed the McGowan Government’s $355 million investment in infrastructure at WA schools, but highlighted that the need for additional teaching staff still remains.
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Put children first and properly resource education in the regions
As students, teachers, school leaders and other staff head back to regional and remote schools across the State, there are several issues which will follow them into the new school year.
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Why state schools need 500 more teachers over four years
The chaos and uncertainty caused by COVID-19 last year sharply brought into focus several areas of need in the Western Australian public education system.
read moreSSTUWA calls for increased commitment to public education ahead of election
The State School Teachers’ Union of WA has called for an increased commitment to public education in the lead up to the state election, including employing 500 extra teachers over four years.
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Celebrating 50 years of Western Teacher
The first issue of the union’s flagship publication was published on 15 October 1971.
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Moving into GROH housing
I have secured Government Regional Officer Housing (GROH). What do I need to do now?
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State Election 2021: The position of the SSTUWA
Every state election presents an opportunity for the SSTUWA to influence the public education agenda for the benefit of our members working in public schools across the state. It is also an opportunity to generate positive change for public school students, staff and the sector generally.
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Expert webinar series - school funding inequality
Join experts live to discuss the inequality in Australia's public education funding system, what it means for teachers, parents, students and Australia, and get your questions answered.
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SSTUWA response to state budget
The State School Teachers’ Union said today’s state budget contained some very welcome announcements, but more needed to be done for the state school system.
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Schools funding welcomed
The State School Teachers' Union of Western Australia has welcomed the McGowan Government’s massive investment in school and TAFE infrastructure as a recognition of the crucial role education will play in rebuilding Western Australia’s economy.
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