Newcastle Women Call on Men for Gender Equality
A group of Newcastle women is advocating for men to actively participate in achieving gender balance, highlighting the need for shared responsibility in both professional and domestic spheres.
Category : Employment
ACTU Seeks Five Weeks Annual Leave for Australian Workers
The Australian Council of Trade Unions is pushing for a new policy to increase annual leave from four to five weeks, aiming to enhance worker well-being and productivity.
Work-From-Home Law Sparks Debate Over Workplace Inequality
Australian business leaders warn that new work-from-home legislation could create a 'haves and have-nots' culture, with concerns over fairness and productivity.
WA Police Assistant Commissioner Marks Women's Day with Pride
Assistant Commissioner Kate Taylor reflects on her 40-year career and the growth of women in WA Police, now making up 25% of sworn officers and holding key leadership roles.
Anxiety Aunt: Confidence Tips for New Graduates at Work
Anxiety Aunt offers advice to a new graduate struggling with confidence in their first job, discussing impostor syndrome, dressing for success, and finding mentors.
Banker Turns Carpenter After Injury Sparks New Career Path
A former banker has reinvented himself as a carpenter after a serious injury forced him to reconsider his career, finding new purpose and success in the trades.
Geelong Ramen Restaurant Penalised for Underpaying Workers
Fair Work Ombudsman penalises Shinya Ramen and director Tao Mu in Geelong for underpaying employees, highlighting wage compliance issues in hospitality.
Cairns Firm Guilty After Worker's Foot Injured in Auger
A Cairns company has been found guilty of breaching workplace safety laws after a worker's foot was seriously injured in an auger incident in 2022, resulting in a $40,000 fine.
Crane Rollover Injures One at Albion Park Rail
Emergency services responded to a crane rollover incident at Albion Park Rail, resulting in one person injured. The accident occurred on a local road, with authorities investigating the cause.
ACTU's Five Weeks Leave Plan Questioned in Flat Economy
The ACTU's push for five weeks of annual leave faces scrutiny as economists warn it could strain businesses in a sluggish economy, sparking debate over work-life balance and productivity.
Unions Push for 5 Weeks' Leave as Overwork Issues Loom
Australian unions advocate for increased annual leave entitlements, but experts question if an extra week off can solve deeper cultural problems of overwork and burnout in the workforce.
Lemitech Fined $325,000 Over Fatal Safety Failures
Lemitech Pty Ltd has been fined $325,000 for serious safety breaches that resulted in a worker's death. The court found the company failed to provide adequate training and supervision.
Geelong's Gender Pay Gap in Education, Business Revealed
A new report uncovers significant gender pay disparities in Geelong's education sector and large corporations, highlighting ongoing wage inequality in key industries.
Hunter Workers Tackle Gender Inequality on Women's Day
Hunter Workers union highlights persistent gender inequality in the workplace on International Women's Day, calling for action on pay gaps and representation.
Union Launches Hunter Housing Campaign Amid Worker Stress
The Australian Workers' Union has launched a campaign in the Hunter region to address the affordable housing crisis, citing severe stress among workers and calling for government action.
ETU President Glen James Potter Charged with Firearms Offences
Glen James Potter, president of the Electrical Trades Union in Wollongong, has been charged with firearms offences following a police investigation. The case involves allegations of illegal possession and use of firearms, with court proceedings underway.
Public Servants' Annual Leave Increase First Since 1970
Australian public servants are set to receive their first annual leave increase in over 50 years, with the government proposing a rise from 20 to 25 days, pending union negotiations.
Unions Push for Five Weeks Annual Leave in Australia
Australian unions are campaigning to raise the minimum annual leave entitlement from four to five weeks, citing global standards and unpaid overtime concerns.
Illawarra Firms: Gender Pay Gap Persists
A recent report reveals that most companies in the Illawarra region continue to have a gender pay gap, with data showing disparities in earnings between men and women across various industries.
Major Pay Rises for Australian Workers in 2025
Australian workers in fifteen key roles received average wage increases exceeding 13.5% last year, with stevedores leading at 22.4%. Mining technicians and construction draftspersons also saw significant boosts.
Gary Martin: Slow Down to Solve Problems Under Pressure
Workplace expert Gary Martin argues that taking a step back and slowing down can lead to better problem-solving during high-pressure situations.
SA Construction Apprenticeships Get Multi-Million Dollar Boost
Liberal and Labor pledge millions to expand the Born to Build program, addressing critical skills shortages in South Australia's construction industry.
Australia's Hidden Workforce: Six Types Who Stop Job Hunting
A new report reveals six distinct categories of hidden workers in Australia who have stopped actively seeking employment, highlighting key barriers and economic implications.
Bonuses, Male Jobs Slow Gender Pay Gap Progress
New Workplace Gender Equality Agency data shows slow progress in closing the gender pay gap, with bonuses and male-dominated industries like mining and construction posing major challenges.
Illawarra Turf Club Fined $200,000 for Workplace Incident
The Illawarra Turf Club has been penalised $200,000 following a serious workplace incident that resulted in severe injuries to a worker. The court found multiple safety failures.
Cairns Airport Staff Risk Lives Without Bus Service: Union
The Transport Workers Union warns that Cairns Airport staff are risking their lives by walking along dangerous roads due to the lack of a dedicated bus service, calling for urgent action.
CPSU Considers Four-Day Work Week Trial in Public Service
The Community and Public Sector Union is exploring a proposal to trial a four-day work week for public servants, aiming to boost productivity and work-life balance.
Illawarra Strikes: Teachers, Sparkies, Skydivers Unite
Teachers, electricians, and skydivers in the Illawarra region have joined forces in a series of strikes and rallies, protesting for better working conditions and pay.
Crane Operator Dies in Brisbane Tipping Incident, Power Cut
A crane operator has died after a crane tipped and tangled in live power lines in Brisbane's eastern suburbs, cutting power to 340 homes. Investigations are ongoing.
Bus Drivers Strike After Stabbing in Charlestown
Newcastle bus drivers have launched a snap strike following a stabbing attack on a driver in Charlestown, with the union citing unsafe working conditions and a pattern of assaults.
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