Victoria's Teachers Poised to Become Australia's Best-Paid

Teachers' union members voted 79% yes on 17 August 2026 for a $5.4 billion pay deal, stopping strike threats before the state election. Pay will rise 28.3–32.4% over four years, reaching $151,419 for experienced teachers by 2029 — topping NSW. All teachers covered by the deal still get a final yes-or-no vote before it takes effect.