35,000 Victorian educators strike after rejecting Allan government's 28% pay offer

More than 35,000 Victorian teachers, principals and support staff struck for 24 hours on 23 July 2026 — the second mass walkout this year — after rejecting the Allan Labor government's 28% pay offer. The AEU wants 35%, citing a $15,000 wage gap with NSW and worsening shortages. A work ban on unpaid overtime continues.