Industry groups hit back at COSBOA’s claims they do not represent small business
Small business associations and employer groups continue to argue over the failed outcome of the industrial relations omnibus bill, which passed the Senate last month.
Conflict beats consensus in IR again, says COSBOA chair Mark McKenzie
McKenzie says conflict and zero-compromise behaviours must be relegated to pre-COVID IR history, where they belong.
What is the ‘right to disconnect’, and should you be thinking about it?
What exactly is the right to disconnect, what are the issues involved, and is it an employer's responsibility?
Federal government pledges to crackdown on workplace sexual harassment, backing all 55 recommendations in the Respect@Work report
The federal government has pledged to overhaul workplace sexual harassment law, backing all 55 recommendations in the Respect@Work report.
SmartCompany is hiring: Sales and partnerships manager
We are looking for an amazing brand partnerships manager to join our sales team as we prepare for a heavy period of new editorial launches.
“Burned out”: Study shows the devastating impact of COVID-19 on women in tech
The report, which was undertaken by nonprofit Girls in Tech, looked at the ways the NGO’s 40,000 members were coping during the pandemic.
Hospitality and retail industries call for a delay to minimum wage increase
The hospitality and retail industries are urging the Fair Work Commission to delay increasing the minimum wage.
Winners of Women in AI Awards demonstrate how a “diverse workforce equals diverse solutions”
The Australia and New Zealand Women in AI Awards has named its winners, with a broad range of work and industries highlighted across the list.
How Carla Zampatti became a fashion icon and an inspiration for women in business
With the sudden death of Carla Zampatti, Australia has lost perhaps its most successful and loved fashion designer. She was primarily a proud, feminist fashion designer, promoting economic independence and agency for women.
‘There are no innocent bystanders’: Train your staff to call out sexual harassment
Your staff are the first line of defence for sexual harassment incidents. With this guide, you can train them to be more effective bystanders.
Checklist: 14 questions every business must answer about its sexual harassment policies
Now, more than ever, you should be rethinking your policies and support procedures for staff.
How a toxic and sexist workplace culture affects the wellbeing of employees and organisations
While the effects of toxic masculinity in workplace culture are most detrimental for the victims, other employees in workplaces and the wider community can also be negatively impacted.