Deakin University
Ballot passed FWC matter B2026/1037 · result published 11 Sept 2026
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Action not confirmed. A successful ballot only authorises action. We mark it as reported once a source says it happened.
Eligible voters1,030employees on the voter roll
Turnout73%756 of 1,030 voted
Voted yes78–97%across the actions
Authorisation windowEndedabout 11 Oct 2026
Protected action has to start within 30 days of the result being declared, though the FWC can extend that.
What workers voted on
7 actions were put to the vote: 2 stoppages, 4 work bans, 1 messaging action. All of them passed.
What was voted onYesNo% yes
1. Stoppages of work of between 5 minutes and 24 hours in duration7371997%✔ passed
2. Indefinite stoppages of work58916778%✔ passed
3. A ban on the preparation of teaching63711984%✔ passed
4. A ban on the delivery of teaching63212484%✔ passed
5. Interrupting work periodically, over an indefinite period or for specified periods in order to make statements while working explaining why members of the National Tertiary Education Union are taking industrial action7154195%✔ passed
6. A ban on use of your employer's online systems62613083%✔ passed
7. A ban on responding to phone calls or emails outside 9am-5pm weekdays7312597%✔ passed
The wording above is shortened from the notice's questions: introductory phrases are removed, and the action, what's affected, how long and any exclusions are kept. A question passes if more than half of the valid votes were yes.