Business
What does ethical investing mean? How does it relate to ESG investing?
14 March
Investing is typically perceived as a wealthy-only pastime with no regard for the environment or social issues. However, that is not always the case, and the old mindset of making money for its own sake doesn’t need to stay. People have become...[Read More]
Work from home like a pro: tips for setting up your home office
14 March
The advent of digital technology has transformed the business landscape, ushering in a new era where working from home is no longer a rarity but a common occurrence. This shift has necessitated the need for entrepreneurs to create conducive...[Read More]
How to ask your boss to work remotely
14 March
The remote work trend has gained significant momentum in recent years, offering employees the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you’re planning to join the ranks of remote workers, convincing your employer to grant you...[Read More]
NAPLAN results to arrive within weeks of testing
13 March
For more than one million Australian students, the anxious wait for their NAPLAN test results will be cut in half. On Wednesday, 1.3 million school students from nearly 10,000 schools across the nation will begin their NAPLAN examination, which...[Read More]
Need for better recognition of migrant qualifications
13 March
Australia must better recognise the international qualifications of migrants to help address crippling skills shortages, new research has found. The Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) released a report on Wednesday showing the...[Read More]
Big end of town ready on new climate regime
6 March
A survey shows big business is largely ready for Australia’s new climate disclosure regime that is slated to start soon, despite a strong pushback that could cause a delay. A climate governance study released on Tuesday by the Australian Institute...[Read More]
WorkCover changes to pass after premiums deal reached
6 March
The Victorian government and opposition have brokered a deal to push through contentious changes to the state’s broken worker insurance scheme. Premiums for businesses under the WorkCover scheme will be frozen for the 2024/25 financial year under...[Read More]
‘Energy from waste’ licence milestone for cleaner paper
6 March
An emissions-busting project aims to save a paper mill, create hundreds of jobs and take the equivalent of 50,000 cars off the road by converting waste to energy. Recycling Victoria on Monday announced the state’s first “energy from waste”...[Read More]
Top 10 healthy habits for business owners
29 February
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for business owners, given the demands and stresses that come with managing a business. Here are ten healthy habits that can support business owners in maintaining their physical and mental well-being,...[Read More]
Rewards of working like dogs at corporate playground
28 February
Staff at a Sydney corporate office have a rooftop playground to exercise their canine companions while at work, with hopes they will soon be able to use public transport to get their pets there. Amazon Australia has opened the playground where...[Read More]
Pay gap transparency as workplace salary data published
28 February
GENDER PAY GAP * Private-sector employers with 100 or more workers have had their median gender pay gaps published by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency * The release includes all employee salaries other than CEOs, heads of business, casual...[Read More]
Why you need to do something you love every single day
22 February
Engaging in activities that you love is not only enjoyable but also offers a multitude of benefits that can enrich your life in various ways. So, if you’re on the fence about indulging one or some of your life’s passions, here are some...[Read More]
Non-compete clauses could slow higher pay, productivity
21 February
Australian workers could be missing out on higher pay because of a common clause in contracts that stops employees moving to competitors. About one in five employers are using what are known as non-compete clauses, according to an entirely new...[Read More]
Rewards push to give apprentices the tools to stay on
21 February
Industry groups hope a review into a federal apprenticeships will lead to better financial incentives for trainees to stay on the job long term. Skills Minister Brendan O’Connor on Monday outlined a review of the Australian apprenticeships...[Read More]
Right to disconnect laws pass federal parliament
14 February
Employees will now have the right to disconnect from work out of hours, after industrial relations changes passed parliament. Under the workplace reforms, employees will have the right to ignore unreasonable calls and emails outside of their...[Read More]