Queensland teachers strike for second time this year after rejecting 8 per cent wage rise

Thousands of Queensland teachers have walked off the job today for the second time this year, affecting end-of-year exams for year 10 and 11 students at more than 100 schools.

Members of the Queensland Teachers' Union (QTU) resoundingly rejected a proposed 8 per cent wage increase over three years in October.

The state government said it was its best and final offer, with the matter now heading to arbitration.

The QTU has not outlined its pay demands but said the proposed enterprise agreement does not address the key concerns of members, including classroom violence and severe staff shortages and attrition.

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