Inclusive leadership. Collective strength.
For a Union that is inclusive, accessible and transparent, with regular communication and access to union representatives for members, please support the following candidates in the NTEU election:
Vote 1 Kit MacFarlane for Branch President, Division Assistant Secretary and National Council.
Vote 1 Anna Strzelecki for Branch Vice-President (General Staff).
Vote 1 Cécile Dutreix for Branch Secretary and National Council.
We also encourage you to support KJ Hepworth for National Council.
Please check back when your ballot arrives for a list of excellent nominees for the Branch Committee roles that we will be encouraging you to support.
Don’t forget to fill out your paper ballot as soon as it arrives and then mail it right away!
Selected endorsements:
Dr Andrew Miller
Inclusive Leadership. Collective Strength.
I proudly endorse Kit, Anna, and Cécile in the upcoming NTEU elections, in every role they are contesting.
In my role as Division Secretary, I’ve worked closely with all three. They are committed, collaborative, and principled leaders who consistently put members first and stand for union democracy, integrity, and inclusivity.
Kit is an energetic and selfless leader with a proven track record across Division and Branch roles, including Enterprise Bargaining negotiations.
Anna brings deep experience, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to cultural inclusion and member representation.
Cécile is a thoughtful and determined advocate who champions Professional Staff and gives voice to the marginalised.
Together, they provided outstanding leadership throughout the merger and bargaining process.
If you want experienced, values-driven leaders who will stand with members—vote for Kit, Anna, and Cécile.
They won’t let you down.
Peter Cardwell
As a Foundation Member of the NTEU, former Division President and current Division Vice President (Professional Staff) it is my great pleasure to endorse:
- Kit MacFarlane for Adelaide University Branch President, National Council Member & Division Assistant Secretary.
- Anna Strzelecki for Adelaide University Branch Vice President (Professional Staff) and Division Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Representative.
- Cécile Dutreix for Adelaide University Branch Secretary & National Council Member.
I have worked closely with Kit, Anna, and Cécile for many years, and they are three of the best unionists I know. Their team brings together people who are committed to an inclusive, diverse, and democratic union that works closely with members and reflects the breadth of views across the Adelaide University branch.
Like me they believe that the strongest union is built on collaboration, transparency, and genuine engagement with members. I am without doubt that if elected their commitment to working with and for members will greatly advance our collective interests.
Neelu Sharma
Dr KJ Hepworth
Dr KJ Hepworth
I have had the privilege of knowing Kit for many years and have seen firsthand his commitment to supporting every staff member. Kit listens to everyone’s concerns and is always proactive about finding a solution. We are really lucky to have Kit represent all staff in his role within the union. Kit genuinely cares about making a positive difference and I believe he would make an excellent President.
Dr KJ Hepworth
Dr KJ Hepworth
Dr KJ Hepworth
Kit MacFarlane is the best kind of accomplice. He’s been the most continually supportive Union contact, backing me and other members as we fight for disabled workers rights at Adelaide University. Kit truly lives sharing power. He’s strategic, receptive to learning, knows when to step up, and when to step back for others to take the floor. I’m surprised to find myself saying this about a cis, able, white guy, but Kit is the kind of leader I want for the NTEU.
Lachlan Parker
Dr KJ Hepworth
Lachlan Parker
For the past three years I have been working closely with Kit to improve working conditions regarding working at UniSA Online and now at AU Online. We've had to fight continuously for management to recognise their workload obligations to staff, which led to a case in the SA Employment Tribunal (SAET). Kit MacFarlane (former UniSA Branch President) has supported us and the SAET case and tirelessly advocated for better conditions for Online academics. I encourage you to vote for Kit for AU Branch President.
Dr Alice Dodd
Dr Alice Dodd
Lachlan Parker
I have known Kit as a strong advocate for teaching and research staff since the early 2000’s, from when he was sessional staff representative of the School of Communication to his current position. He has been consistently proactive, positive, empathetic and effective in providing advice, guidance, representation and advocacy through many changes and restructures, generally and for me personally. Kit has a wealth of experience, knowledge and skill, which he applies with great energy.
Dr Rupa Ghosh
Dr Alice Dodd
Dr Rupa Ghosh
From my perspective, Kit's long‑standing commitment to inclusivity, transparency, and member‑centred practice has always been clear. He has consistently shown that he listens, communicates openly, and works collaboratively — qualities that matter enormously in a branch that’s rebuilding its structures and identity after the merger. I’ve also seen how deeply he values accessibility and diversity in union spaces, and I believe those strengths would serve members well.
Please check back soon for further endorsements and a list of excellent candidates for Branch Committee that we will be encouraging you to support.
If you have any question or would like to discuss anything, please don't hesitate to get in touch!
Don’t forget to fill out your paper ballot as soon as it arrives and then mail it right away!
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