Uber announces major price change
The rideshare giant has revealed a change in pricing that will kick in from Sunday.
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The big reasons Aussies hate their jobs
The big reasons Australian workers grow to hate their jobs and look for alternatives have been uncovered in a massive survey.
‘Stopped caring’: Rough Australia job reality
A big issue with Australia’s job market has been exposed, with one young worker revealing just how brutal it is for jobseekers right now.
Governor-General’s vow to Aussies
Sam Mostyn has been sworn in as the nation’s 28th governor-general, declaring her “tremendous optimism for Australia”.
‘Unfair’: Worker’s wild WFH nightmare
An IT worker was sacked after refusing to return to the office after the Covid-19 outbreak, but now the plot has thickened.
Dont you hate when you forget to turn your camera off?
Co-Workers Left Shocked By Colleague’s Casual Behaviour On Zoom Call
Bargain hunters turn out for early sales
The ABS has released its latest data on retail trade and building approvals, and the numbers show a boost for the Aussie economy.
1400 jobs in limbo as mine fire burns
A fire at a major coalmine has caused hundreds of workers to be sent home and their futures are uncertain.
You could get an extra week of leave
There’s a renewed push for workers to get an extra week of paid annual leave, with a leading expert revealing the surprising cost.
‘Sad event’: Aussie airline is officially over
An Australian airline that only launched in January 2023 is officially dead and dusted, with creditors making a final decision on its future on Tuesday.
Bosses all say same thing about Aus workers
Employers have delivered a brutal assessment of Aussie workers, blasting them as “not proficient” and unwilling to learn new skills.
Aussie cop salaries spark poaching wave
Cheeky Aussie ads in New Zealand newspapers promising ‘warmer days and higher pays’ across the Tasman have caused an international fracas.
Australia to welcome new head of state
Prominent businesswoman Samantha Mostyn will take over the nation’s highest office, becoming the second woman to be the King’s representative in Australia.
Huge reason for young doctors to go rural
A young doctor says finding her passion in medicine as well as falling in love with a “cowboy” are only some of the reasons she’s sticking it out in regional medicine.
‘I took a 20% pay cut to work from home’
Marketing co-ordinator Jade Reece, 26, who recently took a 20 per cent pay cut to work fully remotely at her home in Yarrabilba, Queensland.
Gross assumption 25yo has to deal with
A young Aussie who has launched her own business has replied to a comment that she felt completely underminded her success.
PM grilled on upcoming pay rise
The Prime Minister has been grilled on his salary ahead of his pay rise on Monday.
Iconic MP’s ‘regretful’ way to earn $200k
The iconic MP said he ‘wouldn’t touch’ a career as a politician for the money, after revealing he earns $200k and gets some lucrative perks.
Boss fires Gen Zer over ‘common’ work habit
It appears that Gen Z workers have developed a bad office habit, and it is something that their Baby Boomer bosses have “zero tolerance” for.
Downside to working-from-home revealed
Many Australian workers discovered major downside to working from home last week.
‘Heartbreaking’: Industry all but finished
There are fears this latest closure could mean the end of this industry in Australia.
All staff sacked in monster $23m collapse
The debts of a collapsed group of businesses have blown out to almost $23 million, while other subsidiaries have quietly gone under in recent weeks.
‘Your fault’: 22yo’s uni debt rant slammed
A young Aussie recruiter has revealed why she believes university is a “scam” and the reason she fears she’ll be in debt for the “rest of her life”.
Big push to give Aussies five weeks of leave
Business leaders have spoken largely in favour of a major push to give Aussie workers a blanket five weeks of leave.
Huge increase in visas for foreign doctors
New figures released by the government have shown a big increase in the number of overseas doctors and healthcare workers relocating to Australia.
‘Ghost’ job trend sweeping across Australia
Experts have slammed an “unethical” job practice being used by companies across Australia – and it’s far more common than people realise.
‘Child’: Dutton’s nasty Albo swipe
Peter Dutton has gone off script during his address of party faithful, taking a nasty swipe at Anthony Albanese as he promised his party they could win back government.
‘Child’: Dutton’s nasty Albo swipe
Peter Dutton has gone off script during his address of party faithful, taking a nasty swipe at Anthony Albanese as he promised his party they could win back government.
Scary reason you’ll never want to work again
You may be very surprised to hear these “invasive” details about your job, however there’s a good chance you’ve already agreed to it.
Worker stood down for two-word slur at pub
A public servant stood down for using a racist slur at the pub tried to argue it was “just a word” that was used as a greeting by young people.
Shock poll results for UK PM Rishi Sunak
UK leader Rishi Sunak could become the first sitting British prime minister ever to lose their seat at a general election.
Shock $13k pay gap for female bureaucrats
New data has revealed the extent of gender pay disparities in the Commonwealth public service.
Boomer boss act infuriating young workers
One Aussie has taken to social media to share the one question bosses need to stop asking because they “don’t need” to know the answer.
Which generation has it worst revealed
A viral video has revealed life in Australia is ‘the hardest it’s ever been’ for one generation – sparking a fiery debate about who has it worse.
Staggering average salary in richest suburb
New tax data shows wealthy locals in some of the country’s poshest pockets enjoyed enormous increases to their already eye-watering incomes in just a single year.
500 jobs at risk as company collapses
A farming business with operations across the country has entered voluntary administration, putting 500 jobs at risk.
‘Annihilation’: Grim prediction for premier
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has placed an $11 billion bet on his political future ahead of the state election, but insiders say the gamble is doomed to fail.
‘Unacceptable’: Shock China act in parliament
While the Prime Minister and Chinese Premier were giving their post-meeting remarks, a scuffle involving a formerly detained journalist occurred behind the scenes.
Biden freezes in awkward on-stage moment
Joe Biden appeared to freeze up on stage and had to be led off by Barack Obama at the conclusion of a star-studded campaign fundraiser.
‘Sleeper issue’ could hit millions of Aussies
There is one fear plaguing the vast majority of working Australians, and experts say it’s not going away.
Top Chinese official spotted at Aussie winery
The visit comes after South Australian wine makers recorded $86m in new business following the abolition of China’s punishing tariffs.
Chinese premier urges ‘shelving differences’
China’s premier has called for “shelving differences” as he touches down for a historic four-day tour of Australia.
Expert shares top tips ahead of tax time
An expert has shared the five best – and five worst – things you can do this tax time to get the best possible return.
‘Worst he’s ever been’: Biden condition shocks
President Biden has raised concerns while in Italy, with reports the 81-year-old has been “losing focus” and appears “the worst he has ever been.”
2.7 million Aussies want to quit their job
About 2.7 million Aussies plan to quit their job in the next 12 months, with 50 per cent of people saying they feel burnt out at work.
Top bank fires workers for sneaky WFH trick
One of the world’s biggest banks has fired a numerous workers after it allegedly discovered they had been using a sneaky WFH trick.
Musk’s first words after mega pay deal
Shareholders at Tesla have just approved a staggering new pay deal for controversial billionaire boss Elon Musk.
‘What is Biden doing?’: Joe’s latest bizarre act
US President Joe Biden appeared to get distracted and wander off during an official event, with Italy’s PM forced to pull him back toward the group.
All staff sacked, $2 million company collapse
A string of companies in Victoria have collapsed, leaving customers in the lurch and staff sacked on the spot.
Revealed: Australia’s most powerful union titans, enemies
Unions have recently shut down light rail and campaigned against the AFL’s new umpiring boss. These are the key players and who their enemies are. See the list.
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