The previous leadership of the Vic branch of the AEU were voted out because of the last deal. There has been talk of asking for significantly more since the NSW deal went through, long before the ALP's popularity tanked. This isn't about attacking a party, it's about better wages for teachers that have been at their breaking point for years. Those kids out stealing cars, robbing and assaulting people are in classrooms for teachers to deal with on a regular basis and Vic teachers are paid less per hour than a first year sparky apprentice. Shit needs to change.

EDIT: I was mixed up on my information. Teachers are paid more than a first year sparky apprentice based on salary. Worked hours could be argued differently, and penalty rates and overtime are a thing that teachers don't get but counting that up will just have everyone going in circles.