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flag University of Newcastle staff to strike Oct. 23 over pay, job security, and workloads amid stalled talks.

flag University of Newcastle staff will strike on October 23, 2025, for a half-day over unresolved disputes on job security, workloads, and pay, following stalled negotiations. flag The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) cites years of increasing workloads, job insecurity, and real-terms pay cuts since 2018, amid university plans to save $20.6 million through staff and course reductions. flag The strike, involving about 10% of staff, reflects frustration over stalled progress and broader concerns across NSW universities where nearly 1,800 positions are at risk. flag While the university says it remains open and expects minimal disruption, it disputes the union’s demand for a 20% salary increase over four years, calling it financially unsustainable. flag The university reports a $16.3 million core operating deficit despite a larger surplus that includes one-off funds. flag Further industrial action is possible if talks fail.

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