New Workplace Reforms: Balancing Flexibility, Fairness and Work-Life Boundaries
Workplace rights and obligations continue to evolve, with new measures aimed at improving the balance between work and personal life, and clarifying pathways from casual to permanent employment.Two ma …
Real wages boost for workers, but costs might worry RBA
Workers have enjoyed the strongest annual growth in real wages in more than five years, but the Reserve Bank will be on alert in case labour costs cause inflation to fire up again.Wages grew by 3.4 pe …
‘A luxury not a lifeline’: call to defend penalty rates
Penalty rates are a “lifeline” for Australian workers and major unions are backing a push to prevent companies from paying their employees less.The federal government has introduced a bill that would …
Aussies missing out on payoff from research investment
Australia is missing out on a $7 billion per year economic boon because it has failed to keep pace in the international research and development stakes, according to a new report.Tax cuts and red tape …
10 questions to ask your accountant and why a close relationship matters
Having a skilled accountant is invaluable, whether for personal or business finances. Accountants provide clarity, advice, and strategies to optimise financial health and compliance.Building a close r …
Retirees working past the age of 70: What to consider
With increasing life expectancy and shifting financial goals, many Australians are choosing to continue working beyond the age of 70.Whether for financial security, personal fulfilment, or social enga …
‘Obsolete’ childcare activity test in election focus
Early childhood education is in the spotlight ahead of the federal election but the path to high-quality, universal and affordable childcare is unclear.Minister for Early Childhood Education Anne Aly, …
Navigating a career change with financial confidence
Changing careers is a significant life decision, one that can bring excitement, new opportunities, and challenges.Whether you’re pursuing a long-held passion, seeking better work-life balance, or adap …
Remote work saving time and money with benefits for all
Australians who work from home have cut their commutes while increasing their working hours and saving money.The COVID-19 pandemic forced those who could to set up home offices and work remotely as lo …
Major employers urged to hit gender equality targets
Employers will soon have to commit to achieve or make progress on gender equality targets in their workplaces after federal parliament passed law changes.The changes apply to employers with more than …
Respect your time: breaking free from instant availability
Constantly replying instantly to every work message reinforces two harmful assumptions: first, that your time is endlessly available, and second, that your personal focus isn’t important.Responding im …
Families and business owners embracing Australia’s open roads
In the vast, sunburnt land of Australia, a growing number of families and business owners are trading the stability of a traditional home for the freedom of the open road.With caravans, RVs, and Bed & …
