‘Victim’ worker won’t lose a dollar
SHORTLY after he appeared at a Labor press conference with Bill Shorten, the story of Coles worker Trent Hunter started to unravel.
At Work
The Aussies who’ve been ‘royally screwed’
YESTERDAY’S landmark penalty rates decision overwhelming screws over the group of people who can least afford to have their pay packets cut.
What you should do if your pay is cut
EMPLOYEES are being warned to check their pay slips carefully. If the changes to Sunday penalty rates affect you, here’s what you should do next.
What will happen to weekend surcharges
THE decision to slash penalty rates on Sundays and public holidays has disappointed workers, but others have seen a silver lining.
‘So out of touch it’s ridiculous’
AUSTRALIANS are furious about the decision to cut penalty rates. They’ve unleashed at a policy targeting our lowest earners.
Pollie proposes office ‘sex breaks’
AN INNOVATIVE politician is seeking to push through a law giving employees an hour-long “sex break” — without losing any pay.
Sunday penalty rates slashed
NEARLY one million workers will have their penalty rates slashed, with some facing losses of up to $6000 a year, unions warn.
What penalty rate cut means
IF YOU’RE a worker, boss, or even someone who doesn’t mind going out for Sunday breakfast, get across these changes.
Never say these words at work
IF YOU don’t want to be hated, then avoid these office cliches. They’re a sure sign you don’t know what you’re talking about.
How much porn stars really get paid
AT ANY given second, there are thought to be 28,000 people watching internet porn around the world. That makes the stars’ salaries particularly surprising.
‘Fat badge’ proposal sparks uproar
SHOULD overweight people be forced to wear these badges? Yes, according to one expert, who says it’s time to start “constructively” fat shaming.
Melbourne eatery cops massive fine
A POPULAR Melbourne restaurant has been fined more than $100,000 for “grossly” exploiting a foreign worker on a working holiday visa.
From simple idea to $35m empire
THIS Sydney couple gambled everything on a small idea that started in their garage and grew into an empire.
ATO staff won’t work extra 9 mins
STAFF at the ATO have rejected a proposal to extend their working hours from 4.51pm to 5pm in line with other departments.
‘Really annoys me’: Teenagers hit back
THE rest of us call them lazy and entitled, and they have had enough. These teenagers actually have some pretty good reasons to shut us up.
Live in paradise, work in Sydney
THIS family has found an affordable way to have the best of both worlds. They’re among a growing number of office workers who fly in, fly out.
‘Dark side’ of working from home
YES, it sounds like the dream scenario, but a new study has found working from home comes with a serious dark side.
‘I just can’t cope any more’
OUR principals are in trouble. From being stalked by incensed parents to violence and burnout from ever increasing work demands. This is their reality.
‘I’m going to lose my house’
A WOMAN in $300,000 worth of debt faces losing her home and everything she has worked for because of a shake-up in the taxi industry.
How to live the ultimate Gen Y dream
ANNA McGregor’s parents worked seven days a week. She mirrored their dedication to create the kind of life every young person dreams about.
‘No bogans’ job ad is just fine
A PERTH small business has ignited debate about workplace discrimination by advertising an administration role but stipulating “no bogans need apply”.
Self-inflicted sickies bosses are sick of
MOST sickies are genuine and, of course, some are definitely not. But two and a half million Aussies are taking time off work for perfectly avoidable injuries.
Janitor earning $327,000 ‘slacking off’
THIS janitor clocked so much overtime that he took home $327,000 in a single year — but was allegedly caught out hiding in a closet for hours.
‘Every bad job you’ve ever had’
EX-Amazon employee has offered a glimpse inside the work culture at the world’s biggest online retailer. And it’s not pretty.
Worker tries to call in sick on day off
WHAT day is it? That’s the first question this booze hound should have asked himself before dialling his boss.
How to get people to reply to your emails
IF YOU really need a response to that email, there’s a simple trick that’s been proven to increase your chances.
‘If you complain, I will kill you’
A CAFE owner who threatened to deport and even kill foreign workers has been fined more than half a million dollars.
Why you need to be computer literate
COMPUTER literacy is set to become a non-negotiable requirement for 90 per cent of roles within five years, in occupations from carpentry to plumbing and law.
UK gives everyone 14 weeks leave
WELL, it’s one way to make Brexit more palatable. Give everyone massive amounts of annual leave. Except, all may not be as it seems.
Why you should’ve gone home early today
AS YOU make your way home after a gruelling full week, ask yourself, “Why didn’t I leave early today?” It could save your life.
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