‘My 4yo could pass’: Police test mocked
A US police force has been accused of lowering its fitness standards in a bid to recruit more women.
At Work
Builder collapses after 50 years in business
The majority of staff have been let go and $120 million worth of projects are up in the air following the collapse of a major building company.
Union’s huge bid before Qantas sacking
The Transport Workers Union spent a massive sum crafting a proposal for Qantas to continue employing thousands of ground staff during the pandemic, a court has been told.
‘Soul destroying’: Jobs lost in firm collapse
The livelihoods of 55 people have evaporated after a 50-year-old construction company went bust with $20m in debt.
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EU allows work ban on headscarves
EMPLOYERS can ban staff from wearing visible religious symbols, the European Union’s top court rules over women wearing Islamic headscarves.
Woman claims $20k for breast reduction
A WOMAN claimed $20,000 in workers’ compensation for a breast reduction, because sitting at a desk gave her back and neck pain.
Unexpected benefit of more sex
WE MAKE jokes about people having a “spring in their step”, but it turns out this is actually a real thing.
How to make sure you’re paid enough
BOSSES are using these six sneaky tactics to underpay their workers. Here’s how to tell if you’re really being paid enough for your job.
‘I’m seething with anger about it’
KATE ELLIS resigned from politics today, illustrating an unbearably painful truth and harsh reality about being a woman.
Shocking graph proves women are right
IF YOU think gender inequality is a myth, this graph should change your mind. This story goes out to the sceptics.
‘We get in charge and act like b*****s’
IT’S controversial. But why are the worst enemies of women at work often other women? There’s actually a reason.
Man’s ‘disgusting’ 7-Eleven rant
A BRISBANE man filmed his own racist tirade against a 7-Eleven staffer. He posted it on social media then immediately regretted it.
Is a pretty or friendly face better?
THE benefits of having an attractive face are well established. But if you’re not born beautiful, can you do just as well by appearing friendly?
Hanson supports penalty rate cut
PAULINE Hanson believes the cut in Sunday penalty rates for retail, hospitality and fast-food workers will help small business owners.
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