A Canberra public servant sacked for making frequent, unsubstantiated complaints has lost his unfair dismissal claim. The Fair Work Commission found his behaviour was 'vexatious and malicious'.
A Norlane man faces court after police intercept him riding an illegally modified, high-powered e-bike while disqualified from driving. Read the full details of the Geelong incident.
An e-bike importer reveals how illegal bikes are sold with fake compliance stickers and hack codes. Police warn parents to check devices as fines soar and tragic deaths mount.
A University of Queensland student has been sentenced to prison for his role in an international wildlife smuggling ring. Authorities warn students are being targeted online.
The relentless 'hustle culture' is being replaced by a new trend of conscious choices about time and energy. Discover the key shifts defining work-life balance for 2026.
The Department of Defence has been convicted and fined $188,000 for failing to manage psychosocial risks, leading to a worker's death at RAAF Base Williamtown. Read the full details.
A Wollongong skip bin driver caught on film in a known dumping hotspot claims he was having sex with his wife. The EPA is investigating the incident after building waste was found.
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New ABS data reveals Australian women spend an hour more daily on chores than men, leading to 36% feeling rushed. Explore the gender gap in unpaid work and its impact.
More than 1800 Qantas workers will receive part of a $40 million payout after a Federal Court found their pandemic sacking was illegal. Justice Michael Lee ordered the payment, marking the end of a five-year legal battle.
Mining and energy groups warn a Federal Court decision creates a 'two-tiered' workplace class, expanding union delegate powers beyond Fair Work Commission limits. Read the full story.
A 22-year-old Central Coast man has been charged with firearm and aggravated animal cruelty offences following a police investigation into an alleged illegal hunting network in western NSW. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
A Federal Court ruling paves the way for 13 former staff to sue the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Canberra for unfair dismissal, rejecting claims of sovereign immunity. Read the full legal analysis.
South Australia leads the nation with new safety rules for adult entertainers after reports of falls and unsanitary conditions. A former worker reveals the industry's hidden dangers.
A Sydney warehouse worker fired after revealing her pregnancy has been reinstated. Learn your legal rights and employer obligations around pregnancy discrimination in Australia.
A major police operation across North Queensland has forced 32 tobacco retailers to close. The raids targeted illegal sales and compliance breaches. Read the full story.
Ex-ACTSES chief Anthony Draheim has launched legal action against the government, alleging unfair dismissal. The case follows a series of leadership changes within the Emergency Services Agency.
A landmark 20-year study tracking over 16,000 Australian workers reveals how working from home and commuting differently affect men's and women's mental health. Discover the optimal hybrid model.
Two Chinese nationals discovered in a remote part of Western Australia's Kimberley region are believed to be asylum seekers. Authorities confirm they were found unharmed after a challenging journey.
Three Sunshine Coast men face hefty fines after an illegal campfire escalated into a seven-hectare bushfire at Teewah Beach. Authorities warn of permanent fire bans.
Parents buying e-bikes for Christmas are warned to check legality to avoid $818 fines. NSW power limits will drop to 250w soon. Police highlight dangers of modifications.
The ACT government's CBR2030 economic framework aims to expand hybrid work, citing major gains in inclusion and productivity. The plan targets 300,000 jobs by 2030.
Career expert Zoë Wundenberg argues that the frantic December rush in Australian offices erodes dignity, distorts priorities, and wastes a crucial chance for reflection and resilience-building.
A Canberra man described as an 'extreme danger' is accused of supplying unauthorised firearms to senior Bandidos members. Bail denied. Read the latest court details.
New research reveals over 15% of sexual harassment incidents happen at work social events. Experts from UniSA outline crucial steps for employers and employees to respond and prevent harm.
Police have seized nine firearms and made three arrests in a major raid on a property in Upper Haughton, near Townsville. Read the full details of the operation.
Australia ranks poorly for work-life balance globally. Discover how increasing public holidays offers a quick solution to give Australians back their time and improve wellbeing.
Major maintenance work on the South Coast rail line sees buses replacing trains. The NSW government invests $423 million to upgrade the critical transport corridor, improving reliability for millions of commuters.
Discover how Finland's connection to nature and cultural concept of sisu have made it the world's happiest country for eight consecutive years. Learn their secrets to contentment.