Recently, a receptionist at the UK arm of finance firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers was sent home without pay after refusing to wear two inch heels in the workplace. On the other side of the world, a … [Read more...]
Mothers Day is an opportunity to promote flexible work arrangements
Mother’s Day is a great reminder for employers to promote a healthy work/life balance for mothers through flexible working arrangements. According to McDonald Murholme Lawyer Francessca Lee, the … [Read more...]
Dr Kay Patterson appointed as the new Age Discrimination Commissioner
The Attorney-General, Senator George Brandis has announced the appointment of Dr Kay Patterson (pictured) as the new Age Discrimination Commissioner. Dr Patterson will replace outgoing Age … [Read more...]
How to tackle gender discrimination for women in top-tier positions
There has been a large spotlight on the gender pay gap topic recently and making any positive change on the issue has proven difficult. The research report, Gender Equity Insights 2016: Inside … [Read more...]
8 Interview Tips For Recent Graduates
So you’ve graduated from university, polished up your resume, applied for some roles and – congratulations! – scored yourself an interview. You’re on your way to landing that job. But the hard work … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Why Mess Is Making You Less Productive
A cluttered desk makes for a cluttered mind - and the same goes for a cluttered inbox, desktop, filing cabinet, or daily schedule. The unproductivity of untidiness can threaten our careers, happiness … [Read more...]
‘Three Things Our Girls Must Know’ about high school, career and business
I will never forget your big almond watery eyes six months into your first year of prep school as you looked up at me and asked "How long does school go on for mummy?" I didn't have the heart to tell … [Read more...]
A Manifesto to Defend the Role of Women in Science
Because women in science have the power to change the world, the L'Oreal Foundation in partnership with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have launched a … [Read more...]
A Day In The Life Of A Funeral Director
When we lose someone we love, it only feels right to commemorate and celebrate their lives in every way we can. For decades, I’ve led an all female team of funeral directors who’ve made it their … [Read more...]
5 Quick Ways to Make Your Linkedin Profile Your Biggest Advocate
We’re all a little time poor when it comes to keeping up with social. There’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and every other kind of platform to enjoy. But who’s got time for another profile … [Read more...]
Get paid what you're entitled to by checking pay rates for working over Easter
Australia's Fair Work Ombudsman, Natalie Jamies, is urging both employers and employees to check the pay rates and entitlements that apply to their workplace for the Easter long weekend. “Whether you … [Read more...]
Employer in Australian Tech Industry offers employees six months paid parental leave
REA Group, the company behind realestate.com.au has launched one of the most innovative parental leave schemes in the Australian technology industry, offering employees six months paid parental leave … [Read more...]
Australian Government announces new program to push single parents into the workforce
From 1 April 2016, parents of young children who are receiving the Centrelink Parenting Payment will be forced to participate in ParentsNext, a new government program designed to push single parents … [Read more...]
DDB's "Talent Has No Gender" campaign – an example of why we still need an International Women's Day
If you're looking for a reason why we still need an International Women's Day in western societies, in 2016, you need look no further than the male dominated advertising industry. From the same … [Read more...]
Research says the Gender Pay Gap begins in High School
A University of Melbourne study of high school subject choices reveals that girls are less likely to choose science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) subjects than boys, despite many … [Read more...]
Bureau of Meteorology predicts a Sunny Future for Female Meteorologists
In 2016 women aren't just presenting the weather, they're also providing the forecasts. According to the Bureau of Meteorology, almost 50 percent of graduate meteorologists are now women, compared to … [Read more...]
Research reveals women earn less than men at every stage of their career
Ahead of International Women’s Day tomorrow, Westpac has released research today that reveals Australia has a gender earnings gap of $123.4 billion a year. The research shows women earn less than men … [Read more...]
Adore Beauty promoting Inspirational Women with 'She Works Wonders'
One of Australia's most successful female entrepreneurs, Kate Morris, is launching a new campaign to celebrate inspirational women across Australia. Launching tomorrow, on International Women's Day, … [Read more...]
Freelancing an untapped option for mothers looking for flexible work
Stephanie Slattery had a feeling that once she and her husband started a family, she was going to want more flexibility and less time in an office. For much of her career as a graphic designer, she … [Read more...]
Debbie Bradly chooses People-Centered Career with Samaritans
Debbie Bradly, a Senior Support Coordinator for the Samaritans Foundation in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, has worked in the Disability Services Sector for the last 20 … [Read more...]
International Women's Day Debate 2016: 'Men and women – equal at last?'
Now in its 19th year, The International Women’s Day Debate returns to Australia this week, to reignite debate around the topical question: ‘Men and Women - equal at last?’ Kicking off the … [Read more...]
Gender Pay Gap wider at the top with women earning $100K less than men
A new report released today by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) reveals that among top tier managers in Australian organisations, men are paid on average $100,000 more per year than … [Read more...]
The Best Hands-on and Practical Careers
So you're looking for a hands-on, practical kind of career, but you’re not sure which is best for you. There are lots of options out there, but here are some of the best right now. Read on to find out … [Read more...]
How Recognition of Skills Learned 'On the Job' can Progress Your Career
According to new research by one of Australia’s leading skills recognition providers, 35% of working Australians do not have a formal qualification despite 74% believing that one is important or very … [Read more...]
Kate Jenkins appointed new Sex Discrimination Commissioner
Lawyer and current Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commissioner, Kate Jenkins, has been appointed to the position of Sex Discrimination Commissioner for a term of five years. Kate … [Read more...]
Melissa Abu-Gazaleh the woman behind the Top Blokes Foundation
When a “neomasculinist” online group that supports legal rape on private property has enought support to organise meet-ups in Australia, the issue of gender inequality is still blatantly … [Read more...]
Executive Appointments: Jenni Pilcher appointed Mach7 CFO & CEO of Australian Operations
Congratulations go out to Jenni Pilcher, on her appointment to the dual role of global CFO for Mach7 and CEO of ASX-listed company 3D Medical Limited, at a time when the two companies are preparing to … [Read more...]
We Need To Talk About Insecure Work and Gender says WIRE
You can’t talk about insecure work without talking about gender. This is what Julie Kun, Deputy CEO of the Women’s Information and Referral Exchange (WIRE) will be telling the Victorian Government … [Read more...]
Establish Good Study Habits with these 8 Study Tips by Nina Sunday
Whether you're entering high school, starting a university degree, or enrolling in vocational education and training, establishing good study habits is vital for successful completion of any course of … [Read more...]
The Dos and Don’ts for Your Next Job Interview
The interview is usually the turning point of any job application. Impressing at any interview is all about what questions to expect, how to answer them and looking at your overall enthusiasm and … [Read more...]
Tips for Finding the Career or Starting the Business of Your Dreams
On average we spend up to eight hours a day, five days a week at work – so it’s important we invest our time doing something we are really passionate about. Aussie entrepreneur and author of Love … [Read more...]
Ageism is alive and well in the workplace for women over 40
Not only is the ‘gender gap’ a real issue for female job-seekers, but the majority of Australian women also believe that age plays a major factor in securing employment, with 62% believing that … [Read more...]
Back to Work: Sustaining the Motivation throughout the Year
Summer holidays allow us to switch off and become refreshed, recuperated and re-energized. The time off can not only give us the opportunity to break any bad habits we have gained during the past … [Read more...]
More Women Needed to Change the Face of Engineering in Australia
Australia has a shortage of engineers and one Australian university is turning to women to ease the skills shortage and reduce our dependence on importing engineers from overseas to fill job … [Read more...]
New Events Company features Australian Female Entrepreneurs
A new events company targeting Australian women in business wants to shake up the Business & Personal Development Seminar Industry. Founded by Aussie Entrepreneur Serena de Comarmond (aka Serena DC), … [Read more...]
New Rules to Protect VET Students from predatory private colleges
New rules to protect vocational education and training (VET) students from unscrupulous training providers who use high-pressure sales tactics to get people to sign up for a VET FEE-HELP loan, came … [Read more...]
Too many Australian women are retiring in poverty
According to Industry Super Australia (ISA) currently 39% of single Australian women are retiring in poverty and declining rates of home ownership will only push this figure higher. Clearly, changes … [Read more...]
Latest gender pay gap data finds men earn $27,000 a year more than women
Latest gender pay gap data finds men earn $27,000 a year more than women in Australia. New data covering four million employees in Australia reveals there has been some progress towards workplace … [Read more...]
Achieving gender diversity in Information and Communications Technology
Achieving gender diversity in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) profession. ACS, the Professional Association for Australia’s ICT Sector has launched a new report, The Promise of … [Read more...]
200 Women Benefit from AWRA Mining e-Mentoring Program
AWRA Mining Mentoring Program. A WEST Australian engineer and a Queensland-based business analyst are among hundreds of women across Australia’s resource industry to connect through a unique … [Read more...]
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