Victorian teachers 'need relief' as thousands take to the streets for a second time
Thousands of Victorian teachers and education staff held a second major strike to protest against current pay and working conditions. The union rejected a government wage offer, citing concerns over workload and the needs of students with complex requirements.
Why it matters
Industrial action in the education sector disrupts public services and highlights ongoing tensions between government budget constraints and public sector labor demands.
A large cohort of educators and supporters rallied through Melbourne's streets, calling for better conditions and pay. ( ABC News: Toby Hussey )
Thousands of state school educators have taken part in industrial action for the second time after rejecting a wage deal from the Victorian government.
The Australian Education Union said the 28 per cent pay rise offer was "significant", but the union had concerns over teacher workload.
The government says the offer would make Victorian teachers the best paid in the country.
Link copied Share Share article Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets across Victoria, as teachers and education support staff walk off the job in their second major strike action of the year.
While state schools remained open today, many could only provide supervision for a small number of students.
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