Posts tagged "four day work week in australia"

Most of us look forward to a rare long weekend. But some Australians now enjoy a four-day week every week.

Pressure will be put on the government as an employer to look at flexibility measures like a four-day working week, says an economic expert.

Queensland-based social impact workwear brand TradeMutt is already two months into trailing a four-day work week, with founders Ed Ross and Daniel Allen deeming the response to the six-month trial as “incredible.”

Asked a question about a four-day work week trial backed by a parliamentary committee, O'Neil said "I think it's a great idea".

The four-day work week trials, sometimes referred to as the “100-80-100” model, have been labelled as a ‘resounding success’. But four big questions still need answers.

Workplaces are reconsidering their flexible arrangements to stay relevant, competitive, and attractive to the very best talent. For business owners wondering how best to tackle this, it’s time to get curious, consider your options, and earn the commute. 

A national four-day work week trial has earned bipartisan support, with a new Senate report calling for the federal government to test the progressive scheme across industries and locations throughout Australia.

A four-day work week is well within the realm of economic feasibility. But how much, if anything, would it cost in terms of lost production and lower wages?