This small business is renting a ‘secret apartment’ to help women escape domestic violence
“I’m sharing this video today in case you happen to stumble upon this in your feed … and think to yourself: I could do this, too," says Cherie Clonan.
Fair Work Ombudsman reveals four-tiered system for mandatory vaccinations in workplaces
The Fair Work Ombudsman has updated its advice regarding mandatory vaccinations in the workplace, and has released a new four-tiered approach.
How Bellroy’s founders created one of Australia’s best places to work
Melbourne-based accessories and bag brand Bellroy topped the small business category in this year’s Australia’s 50 Best Workplaces 2021.
Queensland’s Small Business Commissioner role made permanent to help SMEs facing hardship
The Palaszczuk government’s decision to make permanent the role of Queensland Small Business Commissioner recognises the ongoing hardship SMEs have endured during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Little Cupcakes fined $49,896 for underpaying staff after surprise audit
The Fair Work Ombudsman has fined the operators of a Melbourne cupcake business $49,896 for underpaying their employees, following a surprise audit by inspectors.
Employee attitudes are changing, and that could bring opportunity for startups and SMEs
Workers are demanding more from their employers. And, in a world where talent is scarce, that could pose an opportunity for smaller players.
Melinda Gates and MacKenzie Scott donate $US40 million to gender equality initiatives
Melinda Gates and MacKenzie Scott have donated US$10 million to each of the four winners of the Equality Can't Wait Challenge, organisations that work to advance the influence of women in the US.
From bushfires to brandy: How this Adelaide Hills winemaker is turning ashes into alcohol
South Australian winemaker Simon Tolley is hoping to salvage grapes tainted with smoke from the 2019 Cudlee Creek bushfire into something valuable — spirits.
Atlassian’s Dom Price on how to keep staff on board when talent is scarce
Employees are more focused than ever before on culture, values and work-life balance. If you don’t get it right, they’re willing to walk away.
SPC becomes first Aussie business to make COVID-19 vaccine compulsory for 450 workers
The direction of Victorian food processor SPC for 450 staff to get vaccinated against COVID-19 could lead to Australia’s first test case over what’s considered a frontline worker.
High Court rules in favour for Workpac in casual employee case. Here are the key takeaways for employers
The High Court has clarified that if the employment contract genuinely reflects a casual engagement, this will be recognised by the courts.
Report shows 60% increase of women in boardrooms, but changes to cultural diversity remain slim
A new report examining 300 organisations and more than 2000 board seats has found a 60% rise of women in boardrooms over five years, but marginal changes have occurred when it comes to cultural diversity.
