NTEU (National Tertiary Education Union)

The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) is an Australian organization representing staff such as academic and professional employees at universities and higher education institutions. Its role is to advocate for fair working conditions, salaries, and workplace rights for its members. The NTEU negotiates employment agreements, provides support in workplace issues, and promotes quality education and research by ensuring staff are respected and adequately supported. It functions as a collective voice to influence policies affecting higher education staff and departments, aiming to improve conditions and the overall functioning of tertiary education institutions.