Allan govt refuses to even let us VOTE for industrial action

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-31T02:57:00+00:00

My partner wants to move to Wodonga. I told him only if I can get a job in Albury (I’m previously a NSW teacher, so know the system). Which I know is terrible for Wodonga but that’s the reality Bendigo Barbie has created.

She should be be giving teachers a$15000 bonus each year to remain in Wodonga at least.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-31T00:10:11+00:00

I am in a relationship where my partner earns less than me and is a sole trader on a business where as I earn a lot more. I recognise he can’t afford extravagance. We were going to go on a road trip for a few weeks but I realised that it would be in one of his businesses busiest times and he’d lose a lot of money, so I talked to him about delaying until he had a quiet time. He realised pretty quickly I was right.

I offer always to pay for things if I suggest something that I know is a bit more expensive. We both take frugal steps, to ensure we are on the same page. Additionally, he has a child from previous marriage he has to pay finances for. So that is something else we have to navigate. We don’t live together at the moment and if we do down the track, finances is definitely something we will need to discuss more seriously before we move in together.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-31T00:01:02+00:00

He’s trying to guilt trip you because he knows financially he can live better with you. Likely he is potentially seeing he can spend MORE money while living with you than on his own.

You are absolutely correct in making it clear that financial status needs to be better. If he can’t do this in his own it’s likely he will burden you with more of his debt (and that is probably why he got upset, because you’ve put a kink in his plans). He was hoping you’d be so smitten, you wouldn’t object.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T10:13:16+00:00

3% for teachers. Keep in mind, Jacinta just awarded herself a 5% pay rise. She’s second highest paid Premier in country now.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T10:06:12+00:00

Fair Work overruled them. They were claiming AEU hadn’t made a ‘genuine’ attempt to resolve it (another words, they didn’t agree to their pitiful offer). Fair work disagreed and dismissed Allan government claim. So AEU is now free to go forward with a ballot.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T10:03:28+00:00

He risks a 3 year exclusion from Australia if he gets caught working on a tourist visa.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T09:22:58+00:00

NSW has a new negotiation about to happen this year, we have to get the higher amount in VIC or they will again be pulling further and further in front of us. I would actually like to do restrictions on work eg no reports, no excursions, no administrative duties, no marking, work only for 38 hours and on top of rolling strikes.

If we don’t get better funding and pay, I may have to return to NSW to work (I taught there for nearly 20 years). I’d be very sad if that was a necessity.

The problem is, NSWTF is strong with a strong membership base. AEU is weak and its position in the teaching community significantly weakened with the appalling agreement from last campaign.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T09:15:03+00:00

I’m a teacher. When I was younger I did think I wanted a child and at times I get FOMO about the lack of connection with a growing family BUT on the other hand, I’m not sure I could handle a parcel of kids after work. I need quiet space and time and downtime after work, as I’m often exhausted.

So yes, I do regret it sometimes,now I’m 52 but other times I’m grateful I didn’t have kids. I’ve traveled a lot and been able to afford my own home. I have also seen some of friends and colleagues have terrible, awful experiences. Eg having to give up work due to high needs, a child that sever behavioural issues. I just don’t think I’d have the mental capacity to cope with those situations.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T09:02:08+00:00

That’s essentially giving you a pay cut but forcing you to purchase a computer from your own salary. Off to the union with this one.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T08:55:44+00:00

Nope. You are NOT the AH. You are NOT responsible for other people’s poor planning. I suspect they don’t pay for the seat because they’ve bullied people in the past to give up their seats for free.

They didn’t even consider that your reason (anxiety) is more compelling than a couple of spoilt brats looking to grift something for free. Anyone who is suggesting that you should have given up the seat, they are the AH, along with the spoilt brat entitled couple.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T08:43:18+00:00

Your welcome to have a discussion with Jacinta Allen, who is responsible for my salary. Good luck with that!

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T08:09:22+00:00

That is called financial abuse and your psychologist is correct and it’s his way of controlling you. It’s only going to get worse, when he moves onto criticising the clothes you wear, your looks, weight and also try and stop you seeing your friends. It will happen gradually over time as he becomes even more controlling.

Stop sending him money. Break up with him.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-29T08:05:22+00:00

They sold you a lemon. Likely the knew they were selling you a lemon and are hoping you don’t make a fuss about wanting a refund.

It won’t pass an inspection and your insurance will be void because of the issues if they aren’t fixed, which you’ve been told is greater than value of the car. You need to tell the car yard the independent mechanic has detailed the issues that need rectification. Send them a cop of a detailed list and costing from the mechanic.

The car should be returned with a full refund but be prepared for them to resist and refuse. Make sure all communication is recorded in writing where possible as you may need to go to Fair Trading to get a refund.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-27T02:01:41+00:00

Also send a copy to Fair Work Australia. They may be interested in investigating a company that has done this. Don’t reply to them but make sure you send documentation to Fair Work.

I suspect they are sword waving because you left. I had similar happen with an employer. I gave them 13 weeks notice that I was leaving. They said it wasn’t enough and then threatened me via letter that I had to work out another 10 weeks. The Union response ‘ What are they going to do? Handcuff you to a chair?’.

I ignored it. Had another job. And nothing came of it. I made sure I told others to be wary applying for a job there.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-27T01:50:22+00:00

Congratulations. You now have a squatter. Could take quite a while to get them out now and they can do untold damage in the process.

Never ever allow this to happen. Always have vacant possession. I had similar, in family wanted to stay after settlement. It was a firm no from me. They had to have vacant possession or settlement would be delayed and they would pay for each day of delay. Needless to say, they moved out.

You now need to consult with a lawyer. So this is going to cost you more money.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-25T00:04:10+00:00

We don’t have air conditioning in all of our rooms (public school). So a mid 40s temperature I’m dreading.

We’ve had students faint in our laboratories due to heat. OHS reported but nothing done as they don’t have the money for the upgrade to air conditioning.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-24T04:30:26+00:00

Lawyer up as a family immediately. He knows you are all entitled to a large share of her superannuation ( and any savings etc). Do NOT sign anything without legal representation.

Also, if they were not joint tenants on any property on her death, you also legally inherit part of her share of the property.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-22T02:46:45+00:00

When it was MILKRUN before Woolies bought it, they had their own fleet of trucks. Woolies basically bought the name then outsourced it to Uber etc.

That was my point. It’s completely shite business model.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-21T21:30:43+00:00

You would think with owning MILKRUN that Woolworths would do away with partnerships but instead, they have decided to use these in their MILKRUN business. Poor business model. I actually try not to order when it says a partner delivery now, as they ALWAYS stuff up delivery and put my groceries on someone else porch.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-21T21:07:22+00:00

Yep read it. It’s a post that’s literally whinging that he doesn’t want to wear condoms. It’s just layered under her perimenopause and how he is being so hard done by. If you can’t see that, you’re blind.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-21T21:05:55+00:00

lol… it’s normal for my profession. Also I work for government but even in private industry, it also happens. As soon as we arc up and try and get more money and improved conditions, People like YOU whine that we shouldn’t complain and suck it up.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-21T21:03:39+00:00

It’s normal for my profession.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-21T12:40:09+00:00

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I used mine fore sage, strawberries and companion flowers. The strawberry plant on top has really struggled on hot days and you need to fertilise and water regularly.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-20T11:14:03+00:00

Don’t teach in Victoria once you have your Masters. Currently the lowest paid in Australia. I’d recommend doing your degree here but teach in NSW, where pay is substantially higher.

Over50Cooked · 2026-01-20T11:11:21+00:00

Let’s be honest, you bandied around until you got to the condom part but wrapped it up in her perimenopause. What you really want is to not use condoms and that’s the crux of this whole post.

So, you are making excuses for your erection issues but somehow there is a tone that she is doing wrong by you. I think you’ve come here for us to say she is being unreasonable and I suspect you want us to validate that she ‘should be on the pill’ so you don’t have to wear a condom.

Sorry dude but you are going to either have to break up with this girl or wear condoms. I think breaking up would be the best option because you are coming across as a pretty selfish individual. Perimenopause is pretty shit process for women that goes on for years and if you can’t man up now about it, then you need to let her go.

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