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70 New Doctors Begin Careers in Townsville
Townsville University Hospital welcomes 70 new doctors in a major workforce boost for North Queensland healthcare. Discover how this influx tackles regional doctor shortages.
Major childcare changes guarantee 3 subsidised days
A major childcare subsidy change guarantees eligible Australian families three days of subsidised care per week, removing activity tests. Find out if you qualify.
IBM Australia: Homegrown AI Talent Pipeline is Crucial
IBM Consulting Australia's managing director highlights the critical need for a domestic AI talent pipeline to secure the nation's economic future. Discover the strategy and partnerships driving this mission.
Iluka Resources makes 91 staff redundant
Iluka Resources has made 91 employees redundant, including 38 at its Perth HQ, following the suspension of its Cataby mineral sands mine. Read the full details on the job cuts and market impact.
Labor shelves definition behind $20.8bn APS 'shadow workforce' claim
The Albanese government has quietly abandoned its own definition of the public service's external workforce, which it previously used to accuse the Coalition of a $20.8bn 'shadow workforce'. Discover the new audit figures.
APS staffing reductions not ruled out by Gallagher
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has not ruled out reductions in public service staffing as agencies are ordered to find savings. MYEFO shows a spike in separation costs.
CSIRO gets $233m boost in MYEFO as job cuts loom
The Albanese government injects $233 million into CSIRO to safeguard critical research in AI, climate resilience, and minerals, despite 350 jobs still set to be axed. Read the full budget update.
WFH mental health impact: Major study of 16,000 Australians
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.
CSIRO boss won't rule out further job cuts
CSIRO CEO Doug Hilton has declined to guarantee no further job losses beyond the 350 roles already slated for 2026, citing budget pressures and ageing infrastructure needs. Read the latest.
Emails reveal planned job cuts at research funding body
Internal emails show the Australian Research Council is planning staff cuts despite an expanded workload. Senator Pocock accuses the ARC of a secret restructure. Read the full investigation.
Canberra bus cuts as bridge works cause major disruption
Suburbs in Canberra's north-west will lose rapid bus services for two years due to Commonwealth Avenue bridge works. Timetable changes start February 2026, with free Friday/Saturday evening travel offered.
Defence Force confirms purge of senior military leaders
Defence Force Chief David Johnston confirms plans to cut senior officer numbers, admitting the military is 'too top-heavy'. Get the latest on the ADF restructure and potential impacts.
Qantas CEO Revamps Leadership, Eyes Job Cuts
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson announces a major leadership overhaul and potential head office job cuts as part of a strategic reset. Read the full details on the airline's new direction.
Australia's work-life balance crisis: A simple fix
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.
Reply-all email carbon footprint concerns revealed
Senate estimates reveal concerns about reply-all email carbon footprints, PM's security-driven wedding choice, and robo-debt drama casting. Read the latest political insights.
Childcare Educators Receive $200 Weekly Pay Increase
Early childhood educators across Australia celebrate second pay rise with up to $200 weekly increase. Learn how this historic wage boost impacts the childcare sector.
Cook defends VacSwim cuts amid WA drowning spike
WA Premier Roger Cook faces criticism over VacSwim program cuts as state records 27 drownings this season. Government maintains focus on school-based swimming lessons.
WA Seniors Forced to Delay Retirement Amid Crisis
West Australian seniors are postponing retirement dreams due to cost-of-living pressures. Discover how the workforce is changing and what it means for our community.
AFP union: Budget cuts threaten national security
Australian Federal Police Association warns 5% budget cuts would hollow out critical roles in cybercrime and counter-terrorism, creating immediate security risks.
ACT public service share falls to lowest since 2006
Canberra's proportion of federal public servants drops to 35% despite record workforce numbers. Discover how remote work reshapes APS distribution across Australia.
SA Only State Without Homelessness Peak Funding
South Australia becomes the sole state without government funding for its homelessness peak body, raising concerns about sector advocacy and support services during housing crisis.
Pocock warns APS budget cuts will be 'absolute disaster'
ACT Senator David Pocock and public sector unions condemn government's 5% APS budget cuts, warning devastating impact on smaller agencies and essential services.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
Australia Needs Courage to Build Unseen Future
Lanna Hill argues Australia must embrace courage and reshape education to build a future nobody predicted. Discover how we can transform our approach.
Residents blast shire over van traveller influx solution
Augusta-Margaret River residents demand overflow camping solution as summer van traveller influx overwhelms local areas. Shire's enforcement strategy faces backlash.
CSIRO cuts 350 science jobs as funding crisis deepens
Australia's premier science agency CSIRO is cutting 350 research positions despite chronic underfunding. Learn how this threatens innovation and why experts warn it's becoming a 'glorified consultancy'.
CSIRO to slash 350 research jobs in funding crisis
Australia's national science agency CSIRO plans to cut 350 positions due to government funding shortfalls, sparking outrage from experts who warn it threatens the nation's research future.
Psychological peak at 60 challenges workplace age bias
New Australian research reveals emotional stability peaks around 75, challenging workplace age discrimination. Discover why mature workers represent untapped talent pool for Australian businesses.
CSIRO environmental research unit faces major job cuts
CSIRO confirms up to 150 environmental scientists will lose jobs as agency shifts focus to revenue-generating sectors. Critics call decision 'deeply concerning' for Australia's climate future.
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