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A leading peak body for higher education has welcomed the continuity within the new Albanese government ministry. The Australian Higher Education Industrial Association (AHEIA) as a key employer association for Australia’s world-class universities, looks forward to continuing to work constructively with the government. This is particularly in areas of reform such as fixed-term contracts and … Continued
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FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION 14 May 2025 The Federal Government’s proposed ban on non-compete clauses will hurt the workers it claims to help Attwood Marshall Lawyers has cautioned that the Federal Government’s proposed ban on non-compete clauses for lower-income workers could create more problems than it solves—particularly for small to medium-sized businesses. Announced … Continued
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Essential workers who risk their mental health to serve the community would will be denied crucial support under the NSW Government’s proposed workers compensation cuts announced last night. “Whether it’s a hospital worker or prison officers with PTSD, a child protection worker who has had to remove a child from an abusive home, or a shop assistant … Continued
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Urgent Call for Employers to Address Burnout Risks and Foster Supportive Cultures Melbourne, Australia, 9th May, 2025: Stress continues to plague Australian workers, with more than half (55%) feeling rattled and nearly a quarter (23%) reporting being overloaded at work, according to insights from ADP’s People at Work 2025 Report Series. The research reveals that … Continued
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Diversity Council Australia (DCA) is inviting expressions of interest (EOIs) for the 2025-2026 Inclusive Employer Index, offering organisations the chance to be recognised for their commitment to workplace inclusion. EOIs close Monday 1 September 2025. Run in partnership with Diversity Atlas, the Inclusive Employer Index is Australia’s only inclusion index run by an independent peak … Continued
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Workers at Riverina Water have walked off the job today in a dramatic escalation of industrial action, following a long-running dispute over what they describe as unfair and unequal working conditions. The protest by members of the United Services Union (USU), centres on the refusal by Riverina Water County Council to equalise weekly working hours between outdoor and indoor employees. … Continued
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Some 165,000 Australian workers could lose vital protections such as overtime, penalty rates, and allowances if the Dutton Coalition wins government, according to a new report released today by the McKell Institute. The report, titled ‘Risking the Floor: The Impact of the Coalition’s IR Agenda,’ also warns that approximately 3.3 million workers who currently … Continued
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What: Noosa Council workers will rally in force When: 10am, 1st of May, 2025 (May Day) Where: Noosa Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin Contact: Tim Brunero 0405 285 547 More Info: Noosa Council workers locked out ahead of Labour Day Potholes will go unfilled, parks unmowed, and ‘rhyme time’ … Continued
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What: Transport for NSW staff hold ‘start work’ meeting to stress test new ‘Workplace Presence’ arrangements When: 9am, 1st of May, 2025 (May Day) Where: 231 Elizabeth Street, Sydney CBD Contact: Tim Brunero 0405 285 547 More info: Transport for NSW staff hold ‘start work’ meeting to stress test new … Continued
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Potholes will go unfilled, parks unmowed, and ‘rhyme time’ will be cancelled at libraries in Noosa for the next two days after the council took the extraordinary step of locking out its entire workforce for two days – just before Labour Day, a public holiday meant to celebrate workers’ rights. Over 100 workers at … Continued
