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A recent study published in Nature Human Behaviour has concluded that a four-day work week, while maintaining the same pay, significantly boosts employee happiness, health, and productivity. The research involved …

Vicky Sims experienced profound grief when her daughter Tiffany passed away suddenly at the age of 27. The loss was overwhelming, yet Vicky found herself having to return to work …

Taxpayers are now facing a potential bill exceeding $2 million following the Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s (ABC) unsuccessful legal battle over the dismissal of journalist Antoinette Lattouf. In a ruling by …

A recent study by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) reveals that after ten years in Australia, many refugees who previously held managerial or professional roles are now facing …

A Queensland teacher’s lawsuit against her former employer for wrongful dismissal is expected to be a key case regarding Australia’s “right to disconnect” laws, although experts caution that it may …

A recent report examines the changes in labour productivity during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically noting the “productivity bubble” that occurred from January 2020 to March 2022, followed by …

Westpac is considering job reductions, with reports indicating plans to cut more than 1,500 positions as part of a cost-saving initiative led by its new CEO, Anthony Miller. This move …

A union has called for Qantas to face a maximum fine of $121 million for unlawfully outsourcing the roles of 1,800 ground workers, aiming to convey a clear message to …

Australian businesses are increasingly turning to offshore outsourcing to tackle rising costs and skill shortages, a trend set to grow this year. According to recruitment firm Hays, industries such as …

Australia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate has risen to 4.1% in March, with 3,000 individuals leaving the workforce, according to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Despite …