A major structural design and construction company faces conviction after a dangerous worksite collapse at a Geocon development site in Canberra, raising serious safety concerns across Australia's construction sector.
Australian workers will see their superannuation paid on payday rather than quarterly under new laws passing Parliament, promising billions in extra retirement savings and closing the gender gap.
The Australian Capital Territory is set to become the latest jurisdiction to decriminalise sex work after extensive community feedback revealed strong support for reform.
Consumer watchdog CHOICE has named and shamed the year's most disappointing products and services in their infamous Shonky Awards. Discover which major Australian companies earned this dubious honour.
Shocking new data reveals South Australian educators are filing hundreds of compensation claims after being struck by projectiles in classrooms, highlighting growing safety concerns in schools.
Australia's consumer watchdog CHOICE has exposed some of the nation's biggest brands for questionable practices in their annual Shonky Awards, with Commonwealth Bank, Temu and health insurer HCF among the major names called out.
Unionised staff at Mundingburra MP's office launch 36-hour strike demanding reduced work hours and better conditions, sparking debate about Australia's future workplace standards.
Workers at the troubled Tahmoor Coal Mine have been thrown a potential lifeline with the company entering voluntary administration, offering hope for the mine's future operations and local jobs.
South Australia's employment landscape sees significant change as Attorney-General Kyam Maher appoints experienced lawyer Kate Dyson as Deputy President of the SA Employment Tribunal, bringing fresh expertise to workplace justice.
Mackenzie Stirling, the 24-year-old sole survivor of Cobar's Endeavor Mine explosion, confronts permanent hearing damage as new medical reports reveal the devastating long-term consequences of the workplace tragedy.
Canberra residents now have access to voluntary assisted dying, marking a historic shift in end-of-life care options in the ACT. Learn about the eligibility criteria and safeguards.
In a landmark move, Uniting NSW.ACT becomes the first major aged care provider in the region to formally support voluntary assisted dying, ensuring residents can access end-of-life choices without fear of eviction.
Australia's long-standing 'toughen up' workplace mentality is facing its day of reckoning as experts warn toxic attitudes are damaging mental health and driving talent away.
Discover how embracing the ancient art of haggling could save Australians thousands on everyday purchases, from cars to groceries, in our cost-of-living crisis.
Serious concerns about potential abuse within Canberra's guardianship system have sparked demands for an independent investigation into the protection of vulnerable adults.
Discover the emotional journey behind Canberra's groundbreaking voluntary assisted dying legislation, making the ACT the first Australian jurisdiction to pass such laws through its own parliament.
Australian companies are leading a workplace revolution, implementing menopause policies and support systems to retain experienced female talent and create more inclusive environments.
A North Queensland go-karting business has been slapped with a hefty fine after failing to update safety procedures, resulting in a teenage girl suffering serious injuries in a high-speed collision.
Workers at the Tahmoor coal mine in NSW were left without pay as the mine operator pointed to the Diwali holiday as the cause, sparking outrage from unions and the Indian community.
A devastating underground mining incident in Cobar has triggered a comprehensive review of explosive devices, while Polymetals announces controversial plans to resume operations at the site.
In a landmark moment blending celebration and reflection, millions of hectares of Cape York Peninsula are being returned to Aboriginal Traditional Owners, reshaping Queensland's cultural landscape.
A Newcastle truck driver has won a landmark $1.48 million compensation payout after suffering life-changing injuries when a crane collapsed onto his cabin at a Kooragang Island worksite.
Victoria's workplace watchdog has slapped the Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-operative with multiple charges for allegedly putting children as young as 15 to work in dangerous conditions, including operating heavy machinery and handling hazardous chemicals.
A Lake Macquarie City Council worker has lodged a formal workplace bullying complaint, sparking an internal investigation into workplace culture at the local government authority.
The City of Nedlands faces major controversy as the union exposes systematic underpayment of staff spanning six years, raising serious questions about local government accountability.
Prison officers at a Newcastle correctional facility have taken strike action after a convicted criminal received what they describe as a 'slap on the wrist' for assaulting multiple officers, raising concerns about workplace safety and judicial consequenc
New analysis exposes how sexual violence isn't just a personal tragedy but a massive drain on Australia's economy, costing billions and impacting workforce participation.
Exclusive: Canberra and Northern Territory leaders unite in demanding equal parliamentary rights, exposing a glaring democratic gap affecting over 700,000 Australians.
South Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation creating specific protection orders for retail workers facing abuse and violence on the job, with penalties of up to $10,000.
Exclusive details emerge after a cruise ship passenger was abandoned on a remote Queensland island, sparking industry-wide safety reviews and passenger outrage.