‘For hours’: 32yo admits to sneaky WFH act
A young, fully remote worker has admitted to ducking off to the pub during office hours after revealing the big issue with WFH in Australia.
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‘Lost’: 19yo exposes crippling reality of HECS
A 19-year-old has exposed the brutal reality of being a university student in 2024, revealing what her HECS debt is actually costing her.
Childcare chain rocked by ‘smack’ incident
A mum has been left upset and shocked after she arrived to pick up her young son, only discover a “disgusting” thing happened at a major daycare chain.
‘Massive:’ Big miners push new green trucks
Mining giants BHP and Rio Tinto have announced a new green push to transform their massive fleet of haul trucks.
24yo can’t get job as new boss norm takes off
A young Aussie has revealed the “insane” reality of Australia right now and surprising salary she is willing to settle for but still can’t achieve.
Sad new reality in Aussie workforce
A new survey has revealed a sad new reality about the Australian workplace – including one key feature stopping employees from searching for better pay.
Sad new reality in Aussie workforce
A new survey has revealed a sad new reality about the Australian workplace – including one key feature stopping employees from searching for better pay.
Bosses warned against using new WFH tactic
There are signs Aussie bosses are preparing to make a major change to how work from home operates – but there are warnings it could all backfire.
After work truth that no one admits to
A young Aussie boss has shared a raw moment online, revealing a common practice that workers do after work that no one really talks about.
Doctor banned after sexting patient
A doctor who sent a patient sexually explicit messages, then threatened her partner after she complained about him, has been banned from practising medicine in Australia.
Doctor banned after sexting patient
A doctor who sent a patient sexually explicit messages, then threatened her partner after she complained about him, has been banned from practising medicine in Australia.
‘Real boost:’ Premier’s pay promise to cops
NSW Premier Chris Minns has vowed to strike a solid wage deal with police that will be backdated once an agreement is reached.
Building company collapses owing $2m
A building company has collapsed after a bitter feud between the boss and senior management.
Man makes $50/hr after one week of training
A well-paid job requiring just one week of training and no uni degree has been revealed – but Aussies think “95% of people” don’t have what it takes to do it.
Boss blasted for ‘ludicrous’ annual leave rule
A boss has been blasted for cancelling an employees annual leave all because of one ‘ludicrous’ rule.
‘Be ready’: Gen Z forcing major office change
Generation Z are now making “non-negotiable” demands in the office – and it will likely have a big impact on how Aussie workplaces operate.
Huge financial blow for university
A top ranking university has been dealt a huge financial blow after it was revealed it owes current and former staff more than $10m in super payments.
Fresh sign of interest rate cut
Stoking the case for rate cuts this year, the unemployment rate moved sharply higher in April.
Sign Aus has hit WFH tipping point
Workers have fired up at a controversial suggestion on how to change remote work in Australia – but not everyone is against the “ridiculous” idea.
Why EVs a ‘significant challenge’ for fireys
First responders face significant challenges rescuing people from crashes involving electric vehicles, an inquiry has been told.
Hidden good news in wages growth slip
Workers, already under pressure from inflation, saw their wages slide last quarter but there is some good news for homeowners.
Aussie bank ditches cash payments
One of Australia’s largest financial services providers is going cashless at its offices but has promised customers cash withdrawal fees from ATMs will be covered.
30yo rejects $100k to avoid Boomer job trend
A young Aussie has slammed an act Baby Boomers are known for in the workplace, saying its just not something people should be doing in 2024.
Tradie shocks with ‘honest’ salary reveal
A Queensland man has been praised for sharing what he really earns working in the traffic control industry — and it’s not $200,000 a year, as some claim.
ASX flat as investors eye inflation data
Australian shares were flat on Monday before important inflation data is released midweek.
‘Insidious’ Sydney strata manager sacked
A man who avoided jail time after defrauding Australians out of $58,000 in an elaborate rental scam has been sacked from his job as a strata manager.
‘Annoying’ act sweeping Aussie offices
Young people are jumping on a new trend they claim is getting them hired – but not everyone is impressed by the “annoying” way they’re getting ahead.
‘Eye opening’: Boss floored by Gen Z staff act
An Aussie Millennial boss has revealed the wild reality of working with a bunch of Gen Zers and why the office is always empty at 3pm.
Aussie workers could ‘double holidays’
Millions of Australians could get access to heaps more annual leave but there’s a catch to the new proposal.
Big incentive for Aussies to join cops
One state is offering a major lure for police recruits who join the force for a “challenging and rewarding career”.
Bunnings denies ‘slave’ allegations
Australia’s largest hardware chain has come under fierce scrutiny over allegations it has used its market power to mistreat plant suppliers.
Casual Aussie reveals $300k salary
An Aussie in thongs has candidly admitted how much money he makes and it is yet again proof that most of us are in the wrong job.
Aussie boss admits to crazy WFH policy
An Aussie boss has revealed that he encourages all his staff to work from home every day — but this policy comes with a massive catch.
‘You wouldn’t leave’: Boss’ ‘idiotic’ salary text
A boss has been branded “idiotic” over a response to an employee after they found out they were being paid less than their colleagues.
400 workers strike at ‘pig-headed’ giant
Hundreds of workers will strike for 24 hours in a long-running pay dispute with an electricity giant after the company allegedly rejected a new offer from the union.
GP banned after sex with patient
A NSW doctor has been banned from practising for five years after sexually touching one of his patients and having sex with another.
Spotlight boss exiting after bombshell claims
The fallout from Spotlight’s controversial Bruce Lehrmann interview has continued, with the show’s boss deciding to leave Seven.
Hundreds of Aussie jobs at risk
Signs that Australia’s biggest plastic and chemical manufacturer could be shutting down have heightened in recent weeks.
Recruiter exposes dark side of OnlyFans
A former “recruiter” has revealed the dark side of OnlyFans – and the disturbing stories that drove her to visit girls’ schools to empower young women.
Premier’s message to frontline workers
One state is claiming frontline workers shouldn’t feel left out over a new construction union deal because they have “some of the best conditions in the country”.
Ex-WAG’s threats in prison after $52k theft
A former reality TV contestant and controversial ex-WAG has been threatened multiple times after being jailed for stealing $52,000.
Popular dumpling chain cops $4m fine
A well-known restaurant chain has been described as “deceitful and unscrupulous” after robbing people of thousands.
Monster company collapses owing $11m
Staff have been left shocked by the collapse, which has left them jobless and out of pocket.
Builder collapses with homes unfinished
Another home builder has gone into liquidation, with at least 24 houses left unfinished.
Historic gold mint releases new coins
Australia’s largest precious metals mint will celebrate 125 years in operation with the release of five special coins, including a gold coin with a mintage of just 500.
Servo station underpaid staff by $2.3m
A popular service station chain has been ordered to pay back about 1500 employees after it failed to provide proper annual leave entitlements.
Top cop’s $700k bill for sacked staff
A review has been ordered after it was revealed taxpayers in one state forked out nearly $700,000 on three spin doctors the top cop fired.
Lobbyists’ easy access to MPs ‘unwise’
Experts have backed a push to tighten lobbying rules and force tougher disclosure on federal ministers, including releasing their monthly diaries.
Lobbyists’ easy access to MPs ‘unwise’
Experts have backed a push to tighten lobbying rules and force tougher disclosure on federal ministers, including releasing their monthly diaries.
Former WAG’s next move after $52k theft
A former reality TV contestant and controversial ex-WAG has revealed her next move after she was jailed for stealing $52,000 from her employer.
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