Update 24 April 2024
Industrial action has commenced at The Gordon following the Australian Education Union’s (AEU) recent vote in favour of taking protected industrial action (PIA).
This action has included work stoppages, displaying campaign posters or slogans in the workplace, limitations on undertaking certain tasks, and other forms of protest.
The Gordon is working with stakeholders to put in place mitigating measures necessary in light of the ongoing protected industrial action. We will also continue to keep students, staff and other stakeholders updated in light of protected industrial action. A list of FAQs for students is listed below.
We recognise the right of a team member to choose whether to participate in protected industrial action and respect the right of staff to express their voice.
We encourage the AEU to return to negotiations.
Should you have any questions about this please contact custservice1@gordontafe.edu.au.
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do I know if my classes are affected? What if my teacher is involved?
Some teachers are participating in industrial action and you may notice campaign material around campus.
At this stage the industrial action is mostly limited to administrative processes, relating to auditing and teacher professional development, the provision of internal documents, record keeping, wearing Union-related insignia, and stopping work during visits by certain politicians.
Limited bans on responding to student enquiries, and undertaking extra teaching or overtime also apply.
Any impacts to classes will be advised via email and sms.
Should you have any issues or questions please contact custservice1@gordontafe.edu.au.
Q. How long will the industrial action go for?
The exact length of industrial action is not known. For now, we do not expect widespread impact on classes. Should you have any issues or questions about courses or classes, please contact custservice1@gordontafe.edu.au.