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.
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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.
4 things to consider before you quit your job
More than two in five Aussies are set to quit their job in coming months as the Great Resignation nears its peak.
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Where young people can find more work
Many Aussie parents worried that their children will not get a good job after high school. But there are ways young people can get into the workforce.
How trades can set you up for life
Ever wanted to be a manager, a teacher, a business owner? These are all career options that can start with a trade.
Starting a trade early pays off
Savvy students who start their trade careers before finishing high school are gaining a big advantage over other young people looking for work.
Your work questions answered
You’ve found your dream job, but it’s not a permanent position – recruiters advise on whether it is worth the risk to leave a secure role.
New worker habits as offices reopen
Has the coronavirus pandemic got you driving to work, bringing a packed lunch and setting up your own little cleaning station at your desk? If so, you are not alone.
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.
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