Businesses slam workplace changes as bill clears House
Business and industry groups are urging the Albanese government to go back to the drawing board on industrial relations laws after they cleared their first hurdle.The laws, aimed at closing labour hir …
Australians owed millions in unclaimed Medicare rebates
Nearly one million Australians could receive a festive season boost to their bank balance, as the government tries to return $234 million in unclaimed Medicare benefits.On average, these Australians a …
Building a better future for women: ACT honours leader
A business leader who has championed employing more women in the construction industry has been named the ACT’s Australian of the Year for 2024.Jo Farrell founded Build Like A Girl in 2020, a non-prof …
Recruitment blitz celebrates the power of top teachers
A $10 million recruitment blitz will be rolled out in a bid to boost the number of teachers across the nation.The new advertising campaign, called Be That Teacher, will shine the spotlight on eight sc …
Payment plan to help pensioners, job seekers into work
Barriers stopping pensioners and job seekers from working will be dismantled under a federal government plan to create a secure, fairly paid job for everyone who wants one.A vision for work in Austral …
Technicolour quilts sewing a path to financial freedom
Bolts of bright and spotty quilting material are stacked along the walls of a room in Vanessa Jasper’s house, a green table sitting in the centre.This is where the single mother-of-two is setting up h …
Heat on climate, gender at companies’ annual meetings
Aiming for a sustainable, fair economy also grows companies’ long-term value and responsible shareholders will vote accordingly at upcoming meetings, investors are warning boardrooms.Environmental, so …
Developing leadership abilities is not always simple, which is why only a select few are successful in their quest to become effective leaders. Those who succeed, however, can take their teams and org …
The importance of personalised advice in navigating ambiguous information
In an era saturated with information, the need for personalised advice tailored to an individual’s unique financial situation is paramount. Whether it’s in the business world, investment markets, or p …
Young workers sought to fill 70,000 railway jobs gap
Australia’s peak railway body has kicked off a campaign to recruit young workers in a bid to address a skills shortage of 70,000 roles in the industry.The Australasian Railway Association’s Work in Ra …
Casual workers offered path to permanent job security
Casual workers could soon have the right to become permanent employees, but business groups warn the changes threaten to devastate many small firms.Employment Minister Tony Burke has unveiled reforms …
The meaning, importance & benefits of time management
It is often said that ‘Time and tide wait for no one.’ Therefore, to achieve success in life, one needs to develop a deep appreciation for time.Anyone can benefit from time management — whether in sch …
