Real reason bosses want workers in the office
Working from home in Australia has been branded a “failed experiment”, with claims workers aren’t being honest about their productivity.
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‘What the hell’: CEO blindsided by reviews
A 25-year-old CEO has called out claims he has been “exposed” over a rating of his successful business.
28yo goes viral for salary rejection
A young Aussie has gone viral for sharing the salary that she thinks should make people get “a new job” in 2025.
Family’s nightmare after 28-hour fire
A family estimates they lost products worth hundreds of thousands of dollars when a fierce blaze destroyed their business on New Year’s Eve.
‘What!’: Man’s salary response shocks
A man has left Aussies in complete disbelief after revealing just how much his business turns over in a year.
‘Useless lol’: Boss’ wild firing text to employee
A boss has been called out online after sending a text to a worker where they appear to “brag” about firing another employee.
Horror reality in Australian mortgage crisis
An upsetting reality awaits millions of Aussies working to own their own home outright, with one expert sharing a surprising insight.
Shock finding on new wage laws
One in five employers suspect they’re not paying their staff correctly, a survey has revealed, as new laws mean they risk huge fines or even jail time.
‘Gaslit’: Fury over Amazon’s RTO backflip
The retail giant is facing heat after ordering hundreds of thousands of workers back to the office, only to discover a huge problem.
Sneaky New Year’s ‘trap’ snaring Aussies
Australians making moves to manifest their New Year’s resolutions have been told to watch out for “traps” which have been slammed as “un-Australian”.
‘Horrified’: Woman’s $14k Optus nightmare
The psychologist claims she couldn’t provide her patients with urgent treatment while also bleeding money because of an annoying internet issue.
Trump breaks silence on MAGA civil war
Donald Trump has finally broken his silence after days of bitter infighting between Elon Musk and MAGA diehards over a hot-button issue.
Minister sacked after explicit video circulates
A minister has sensationally been sacked after an explicit video of her circulated online.
Burnt Aussie bosses done with Gen Zers
A young worker has shared her horror discovery after her “whole team got cut” and it has revealed a Gen Z working trend.
MAGA civil war with Musk turns vicious
A MAGA civil war has erupted between Donald Trump fans and billionaire Elon Musk with a vicious debate taking over social media.
‘Further back’: Bad news for Aussies in 2025
Experts have offered their outlooks for the economy in 2025, and while there’s some good news, there will be continued pain to come for many.
‘Men are better’: Work trend takes off
A new gender workplace trend has erupted, and for once, it isn’t about women being paid less; nope, it is far more unexpected.
Cafe owner defends unpopular cost
A cafe owner has been forced to defend a reviled price increase amid backlash from Aussies over the holiday period.
‘Devastating’: Tributes after dad’s death
A father-of-two who died in a workplace incident on Christmas Eve has been remembered as having “a heart of gold” as support is rallied for his family.
‘Inhumane’: Top Gun pilot surrendered to US
An Australian who previously served as a US marine pilot has lost his lengthy fight against extradition to the US over allegations he illegally trained Chinese pilots.
Shock number of Aussies still WFH
More than a third of Australians are still working from home nearly four years on from the start of the Covid pandemic.
CEO slams staff’s ‘shocking’ office attendance
The CEO of rideshare company Ola has reportedly issued a stern warning to staff in an company wide email which has gone viral online.
‘Inappropriate’ act over top cop’s dead son
Eight health staff have quit and another 10 have been reprimanded for an appalling act directed at a teenager with a high-profile father.
Cheeky WFH trend that bosses can’t stand
The silly season is in full swing and one viral clip has exposed how far workers are willing to push WFH boundaries.
WFH gov employee’s unusual CEO side job
By day, Udai Mahendru works as a senior bureaucrat for the Victorian government — he also has a side gig as CEO of the “best college in Melbourne”.
Coke supply threatened for Christmas
Christmas could be a little flat as Coca-Cola factory workers go on strike on Thursday for a second time this month.
Entire office shaken by 28yo’s work outfit
An entire office has been left shocked, confused, and sharing their opinions over their 28-year-old co-worker’s wild shoe choice.
‘Stay away’: Christmas shopping warning
Australians have been issued a warning over a disturbing festive trend as the deadline for Christmas shopping looms.
‘I feel sick’: 44yo’s fake WFH job nightmare
A woman has revealed how her dream WFH job turned quickly into a nightmare after four days.
‘We apologise’: 13yo let go from cafe
A busy cafe has come under fire from furious parents claiming their children have been unfairly let go.
Bold Xmas party act taking off in Aus
A young Aussie has gone viral for revealing the cheeky thing she did at her office Christmas party this year.
‘Rotten culture’: Big move against crooks
An Australian state will overhaul its labour hire practices in an effort to stamp out crime and the “rotten culture” in the construction industry.
‘Life support’: Fears of mass exodus of Drs
One state’s public mental health services could soon slip into crisis as more than 150 psychiatrists threaten to quit their jobs over an ongoing pay and staffing dispute.
Update on Sydney light rail issues
All the light rail lines in Sydney were knocked offline by a network-wide communications issue.
Company collapses right before Christmas
Staff learnt the horrible news in a text message less than a week after the company denied it would go bust.
Man critical after horror workplace incident
A man has been hospitalised in a critical condition after suffering an electric shock while working on Monday morning.
Japan’s ‘extraordinary’ 2025 work week plan
Japan is taking dramatic action after a 125-year crisis left the Asian power on its “last chance” to “continue to function as a society”.
‘Will see a rise’: Warning over new work law
Businesses across Australia have been warned against continuing to ignore the new Right to Disconnect laws in 2025 or risk facing major consequences.
X-rated detail behind CEO’s party rant
The CEO of a Melbourne-based recruiting firm went viral this week for his bizarre Christmas party rant, but now more salacious details have emerged.
Huge boost for essential Aussie workforce
Some of Australia’s most underpaid but valued workers will benefit from a huge wage increase following months of lobbying for change.
Fears as Qantas strike hits major airports
Qantas engineers have walked off the job at airports around the country on one of the busiest travel days of the year, leaving travellers worried about their plans.
Famed uni rips off 14k staff for $23m
One of Australia’s most prestigious universities has been forced to cough up tens of millions of dollars after ripping off more than 14,000 staff members.
Twist as staff ‘fired’ after filling in survey
The truth behind a viral email firing staff that said they were stressed has now been discovered – and it has caused even more outrage.
Staff fired ‘immediately’ after filling survey
A wild email has gone viral with one employee claiming that after reading it they were “shaking”.
Garbo strike to hit 30,000 Aussie homes
A garbage strike in one Aussie city could impact up to 30,000 households – leaving stinking bins on the sidewalk in 30C heat.
Wild corruption claim hits Rex Airlines
Australia’s corporate watchdog has announced stunning allegations of corruption against the directors of embattled airline company Rex.
Man dies in horror farm incident
Emergency services were called to a macadamia farm after reports a man was crushed while standing near an excavator.
Major update on suspected CEO assassin
A 26-year-old man accused of brazenly gunning down UnitedHealthcare boss Brian Thompson has been taken to court as his motive for the alleged murder is revealed.
Posties fired after X-rated prank goes wrong
Australia Post has been accused of being “harsh” and “unjust” after it fired three posties over an X-rated prank.
Huge change in Aussie workplaces revealed
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency says there has been some ‘positive progress’ in gender equality, even as major businesses are rocked with harassment scandals.
Aussie sacked from $150k job before starting
A Sydney worker has been left fuming. He was dropped from his $150,000-a-year job before he had even worked a single day in the office, right before Christmas.
Worker crushed to death by recycling truck
WorkSafe has launched an investigation after a man died after becoming entangled and crushed by a recycling truck while emptying bins.
‘Pure disbelief’: Worker killed at gold mine
Workmates of 29-year-old driller Peter Groves who was killed on a Western Australian mine site have paid tribute to their beloved friend.
Aus Post posties sacked over X-rated prank
Australia Post dismissed three of its workers after a prank involving an X-rated item, the Fair Work Commission has heard.
‘Chained to my desk’: 28yo quits $170k job
A young Aussie has explained the “final straw” that led to her quitting an incredible lucrative job
New images of ‘smiling CEO assassin’
New images of the person who allegedly killed a top CEO in New York City have been released — the man has been dubbed the “smiling assassin”.
‘Mismatch’: Problem with jobs market
Australia’s peak welfare body is urging the Albanese government to help jobseekers find work, as the number of entry level jobs declines sharply.
Christmas party act that will get you sacked
The work Christmas party is the time to let your hair down and get rowdy. Here’s what to avoid if you don’t want to get the sack.
Surprising trend at work Christmas parties
A surprising trend has emerged as businesses celebrate the end of the year, prompting many Australians to rethink their choices.
Huge update in Woolies strike drama
Supermarket giant Woolworths has delivered a huge update in the ongoing strike drama that left customers facing empty shelves.
Chart reveals why Australia is screwed
Australians are getting poorer and a leading economist has produced a simple chart that shows why.
Twist after Woolies pickets halted
One of Australia’s biggest unions has responded to orders from a tribunal ordering an end to the “unlawful picketing” of Woolworths, as the grocery giant promises to get its empty shelves restacked.
Huge number of working Australians revealed
The number of Aussies employed since Covid has ballooned by 1.5 million, with one sector in particular leading the way.
Man killed in horror building site accident
A man has died and another has been seriously injured after it’s thought a wall collapsed on them at a building site in a Perth suburb.
‘No choice’: Union warns of train delays
Commuters can expect further delays as electricians for Sydney Trains continue their industrial action in the fight for better wages and work conditions.
‘Unfair on men’: 27yo pleads for work change
A young woman has revealed the “mortifying” reason she had to leave work and why it exposes a workplace need that has yet to be met.
Big miner issues blunt warning to Aussies
A leading mining figure has delivered a dark speech warning that Australians will need to “do more, move faster and work harder” to maintain prosperity.
‘Ultimate betrayal’: Friend’s sickening secret
The photo shows a groomsman supporting the happy couple. But those in the wedding party were unaware that someone was hiding a terrible secret.
Worrying sign weeks before Christmas
A photo has highlighted a concerning issue just weeks out from Christmas.
Woolworths reveals cost of strike action
Australia’s largest retailer has revealed the staggering cost of industrial action by the United Workers Union at its distribution centres.
Childcare workers secure major pay win
One of the lowest-paid sectors in the country will receive a pay rise just in time for Christmas in a landmark deal.
Shameful twist after 26yo EY worker’s death
The tragic death of a young EY accountant just four months after starting her job triggered widespread fury. There’s been a shameful update in her story.
State with worst job availability revealed
A new report reveals a staggeringly low number of jobs up for grabs in Australia, with one state reporting far more people available to work than there are jobs.
‘Brainwashed’: US working norm shocks
Aussies have been left shocked and mortified after a bunch of Americans revealed a working norm in the US.
Your job ‘will be extinct in 10 years’
A billionaire entrepreneur’s prediction that work as we know it will be “extinct” in a decade quickly went viral on social media.
Strike action causes more pain for Woolies
Woolworths customers across Victoria are in for more pain at the supermarket as strike action continues at a major distribution centre.
Major brand to close in Australia
Workers are set to be left without jobs as a major brand closes operations in Australia after declaring bankruptcy.
21yo exposes gross stigma that still exists
A young Aussie has revealed the stigma that she feared would get in the way of her dream career.
Entire industry grappling with burnout
There is an alarming reason why an entire Australian industry could be at risk of a mass exodus.
$19m bombshell for hospitality empire
Justin Hemmes’ billion-dollar hospitality empire has settled a class action brought by former staffers.
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