How employers are addressing domestic violence in the workplace
Employers are doing more to prevent domestic violence amid the pandemic’s blurring of the boundaries between work and home.
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Female workers paid to freeze eggs by Aussie companies
Australian workers are being paid to freeze their eggs and sperm as talent shortages force companies to develop more innovative employee benefits.
Vacancies in welfare jobs soar across Australia. Here’s why
Data shows job vacancies for social workers have almost doubled since the start of the pandemic, while the Australian Association of Social Workers says the sector will need to grow by 15 per cent in the next three years to meet demand.
How single Aussie mum of six found her success
As a victim of family violence before being left to raise six young kids alone, this Aussie mum chased down a law degree to change her family’s life forever.
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Your work questions answered
Going for a new job will look a little different in future. Here’s some of the new things jobseekers will need to look out for.
Prepare now for when JobKeeper ends
JobKeeper and JobSeeker have both been extended but they can’t last forever. Experts share what recipients should be doing now so they are well-positioned when it all ends.
Jobs to triple in cyber security
Training providers are acting quickly to skill up jobseekers in cyber security, with some courses being offered for free or at low cost to attract a new breed of tech worker.
Your work questions answered
With handshakes discouraged thanks to coronavirus, recruiters reveal if the greeting in job interviews and networking is gone forever, and if alternatives will become mainstream.
Skills shortage with enormous career opportunity
Aussies are using the COVID pandemic to their advantage, using spare time to upskill and gain new qualifications. And there’s one area that’s screaming for more people.
Your work questions answered
Recruiters reveal what jobseekers can do when they start working for a new employer but their role and tasks are not what was originally outlined.
Workers wanted for jobs with dogs
You may not be able to teach an old dog new tricks, but more workers need to re-train to become pet groomers to meet a shortfall of qualified staff.
Your work questions answered
What is the worst thing a jobseeker can do in a job interview that can cost them the job? Recruiters reveal big mistakes are common problems.
How leaders are managing return to work
Offices are reopening across many parts of the country, bringing a second wave of disruption for businesses. Leaders are stepping up to ease workers’ minds amid the continuing pandemic.
Where apprentices can get more work
Australia has recorded an increase in available apprenticeships and traineeships across a variety of industries. See which trades and services fared best.
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