Issue No 111 | 14 September 2001 | |
NewsUnion Applauds Deet Ruling On Clothing
The Australian Education Union has applauded the decision by the Department of Education Employment and Training (DEET) to allow for a range of co-ordinate clothing to be registered for tax deductibility for staff in Victoria's public schools. Mary Bluett, President of the Victorian Branch of the AEU, says the decision is long overdue and will be welcomed by the State's 40,000 staff. "Teachers and support staff will now be entitled to claim a tax deduction on the purchase of clothing, as well as some cleaning and maintenance costs", she said. "For too long our members have been disadvantaged compared to industries where tax deductibility has been in place for an extended period of time". Ms Bluett said the AEU has been lobbying the Department of Education Employment and Training (DEET) for nearly two years to achieve this groundbreaking decision. Ms Bluett also acknowledged the efforts of the Association of School Councils in Victoria (ASCIV) who were instrumental in bringing this issue to a successful conclusion with DEET. She also commended Bizwear Pty Ltd, the corporate uniform supplier, which developed the range. Ms Bluett said "The AEU was proud to be associated with Bizwear who as a signatory to the ACTU" "Fairwear Campaign" demonstrated their preparedness to work co-operatively with the trade union movement to stamp out exploitation of workers in the clothing industry". "Bizwear consulted widely within the industry to create a range that is fashionable, non-discriminatory in terms of age or body type, and is functional in line with the demands on teachers and support staff", Ms Bluett said. Ms Bluett said an information pack including catalogue, order form and supply details would be issued within the next few weeks to schools throughout the state. She urged principals and school councils to disseminate the kits widely. Ms Bluett encouraged AEU members to avail themselves of the opportunity the DEET announcement provides.
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