Business
Industrial pioneers get $20m to turn science into jobs
3 April
Australiaâs industrial pioneers will benefit from a $20 million lifeline that extends federal support through the national science agency. âWith todayâs announcement, up to 750 more small businesses will get their chance to work with CSIRO to...[Read More]
Greens shoots for Australian manufacturing sector
3 April
Australiaâs manufacturing industry had a better start to the year after activity hit a low point heading into Christmas. The business surveys underpinning the Australian Industry Index signalled a recovery in industry across the first quarter of...[Read More]
PM announces Samantha Mostyn AO as new governor-general
3 April
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced Samantha Mostyn AO will become Australiaâs next governor-general. The King accepted Mr Albaneseâs recommendation to appoint the 59-year-old business and community leader as the 28th...[Read More]
âFirst stepâ to improve lives of autistic Australians
3 April
A helping hand to start a business and sensory-friendly public spaces are some of the ways the federal government hopes to better the lives of hundreds of thousands of autistic Australians. Unveiling a draft version of its national strategy, Social...[Read More]
Work, Wander, and Well-being: Mastering the Art of the Working Holiday
28 March
Taking your business on the road for a working holiday presents an enticing blend of work and leisure, allowing you to explore new destinations while keeping your operations running smoothly. Â This concept has gained popularity with the rise of...[Read More]
Contractors in line for rewards over gender pay wins
27 March
Large employers will have to make concrete progress on gender equality targets if they want to stay in the running for future government work. Under a planned policy change, businesses with more than 500 employees will need to choose three...[Read More]
âFull-time, always-onâ senior roles lock out women
27 March
Job sharing and more part-time senior roles are among ways employers are elevating more women into leadership and narrowing gender pay gaps. Only seven per cent of managers work part-time compared to 22 per cent of non-managers â percentages the...[Read More]
PM says minimum wage workers âshould not fall behindâ
27 March
Millions of workers covered by awards and minimum rates of pay will be hoping for a sizeable wage boost this year to help cover cost of living pressures that are only recently starting to ease. The annual wage review debate has kicked off this week...[Read More]
Empowering Your Future: The Top 10 Reasons to Start Your Own Business
21 March
Starting your own business is a journey filled with challenges, opportunities, and personal growth. Itâs a path that many choose to embark upon for a myriad of reasons, each unique to the individualâs aspirations and circumstances.  Here are...[Read More]
Workers underprepared as AI reaches turning point
20 March
Only one in 20 Australian businesses are ready to deploy and leverage AI despite research suggesting almost all jobs will be affected, a report says. The crucial lack of understanding about generative artificial intelligence comes as workers already...[Read More]
Extra paid parental leave welcomed but unions want more
20 March
A jump in paid parental leave to 26 weeks will help address the gender pay gap and stop working parents from losing out when they have children, the peak union body has said as legislation cemented the move on Monday. The 20 weeks of paid leave...[Read More]
Calls to heat up competition in nationâs postal sector
20 March
Australian entrepreneur James Chin Moody loves to make curry, but he wonât settle for any old supermarket spice. âWe get our curry powder sent from Humpty Doo, itâs fantasticâ Mr Chin Moody tells AAP of the Northern Territory culinary...[Read More]
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 doesnât need to stay. Â 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. Â If youâre planning to join the ranks of remote workers, convincing your employer to grant you...[Read More]