The University of Sydney
Ballot passed FWC matter B2026/699 · result published 10 July 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 voters2,314employees on the voter roll
Turnout75%1,742 of 2,314 voted
Voted yes70–96%across the actions
Authorisation windowEndedabout 9 Aug 2026
Protected action has to start within 30 days of the result being declared, though the FWC can extend that.
What workers voted on
8 actions were put to the vote: 2 stoppages, 6 work bans. All of them passed.
What was voted onYesNo% yes
1. Stoppages of work of between 5 minutes and 24 hours in duration16736996%✔ passed
2. Indefinite stoppages of work122651670%✔ passed
3. A ban on preparation for events hosted or endorsed by the University of Sydney142232082%✔ passed
4. A ban on participation in events hosted or endorsed by the University of Sydney143730582%✔ passed
5. A ban on working outside the span of hours161412893%✔ passed
6. A ban on performing duties outside those specifically mentioned in your position description161712593%✔ passed
7. A ban on responding to phone calls or emails outside 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday161113192%✔ passed
8. A ban on the transmission of assessment results to the employer134539777%✔ 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.