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The damaging ritual of year-end workplace deadlines

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.

Work Christmas Parties: A Hotspot for Harassment

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.

Support Australia's Community Volunteers This Summer

This International Volunteer Day, Australians are urged to move beyond gratitude and offer practical support to the community volunteers who are the backbone of our towns, especially as we face another high-risk summer season.

Volunteer injured in Geelong BMW drag race crash

A volunteer marshal was hospitalised after a high-powered BMW lost control during a drag race at Geelong's Revival Motoring Festival. Witnesses describe the dramatic incident that's sparked safety reviews.

Volunteer Hospitalised After Geelong BMW Crash

A dedicated volunteer was rushed to hospital after a BMW crashed during the Geelong Revival Festival. Emergency services responded to the dramatic incident at Eastern Beach.

Finland's 8-Year Happiness Secret: Nature & Sisu

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.

FIFO worker earns $140k in 9 months in WA

Irish expat Cal McIlwaine reveals how landing a FIFO job in Western Australia's Pilbara helped him earn over $140,000 in under nine months, funding his travels.

Volunteer's life-changing lessons in a Ugandan school

An Australian traveller discovers profound joy and humility volunteering at a rural Ugandan primary school. Her story reveals the power of simple human connection and the universal hunger for learning.

BHP pays $100k for unlawful Christmas work orders

BHP must compensate 85 coal miners after Federal Court rules they were unlawfully required to work Christmas and Boxing Day without reasonable refusal rights. Landmark decision sets precedent for public holiday work rights.

Geelong Government Worker Fights Dismissal

A Department of Families, Fairness and Housing staffer in Geelong challenges unfair dismissal after being fired for alleged misconduct. The case now proceeds to Fair Work Commission.

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