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Category: Human Resources

Ascott’s Industry-Leading Menstrual and Menopause Leave Policy Reinforced by New National Research on Reproductive Health Leave

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New findings from the Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre have revealed the significant economic cost of ignoring reproductive health in the workplace—strengthening the case for progressive policies like those pioneered by The Ascott Limited, the award-winning hospitality company that introduced paid menstrual and menopause leave in 2023. The report, The Costs and Benefits of Reproductive Health … Continued

Game-Changer in Operations Management: The Revolutionary 3P Method Unveiled

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Melbourne, Australia – The Australian Journal of Management has published a landmark study addressing one of the most pressing challenges in operations management: the paradox of Lean Management’s low success rate. Authored by Professor Danny Samson and his team from the University of Melbourne, the article titled “Solving the paradox of Lean Management’s low success rate” unveils the … Continued

New Research Unlocks the Potential of Operations Management in Hospitals: Revolutionary 3P Methodology Transforms Healthcare Efficiency

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Melbourne, Australia – A groundbreaking study published in the Australian Journal of Management, reveals a transformative approach to Lean Management that addresses its historically low success rates. The innovative 3P digitised method (commercially known as XeP3) is set to revolutionise hospital administration and healthcare operations by delivering rapid, sustainable improvements in efficiency, cost savings, and employee satisfaction. … Continued

Noosa Shire Council Workers On Strike

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Noosa Shire Council workers are on strike today calling for a fair pay rise that keeps pace with neighbouring local governments. Striking workers from the Australian Workers’ Union and the Australian Services Union will gather outside the Noosa Council Chambers on Pelican St in Tewantin at 9am to hold a public rally. AWU members are calling … Continued

Family Friendly Workplaces movement expands internationally with the introduction of Global Work + Family Standards

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SYDNEY, Australia, Tuesday 11th March 2025 – After four years of successfully driving policy change in Australia and helping over 650 organisations assess and enhance their family-friendly work practices through benchmarking, the Family Friendly Workplaces movement is now expanding internationally. In partnership with the UK’s leading national charity, Working Families, this pioneering initiative will now offer … Continued

Greater Hume Council Workers Respond to “Toxic Workplace” Claims

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Workers at Greater Hume Council have expressed disappointment at recent media characterisations labelling their workplace as “toxic”.  The claims, which appeared in an article in The Border Mail discussing the departure of the General Manager, do not accurately reflect the dedication and professionalism of council staff. “Despite the challenges of recent years, our team has consistently … Continued

*** MEDIA ALERT *** Housing Minister to Tour Australia’s Last Glass Manufacturer Amid Crisis

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WHAT: Housing Minister Claire O’Neil will tour Oceania Glass facilities and meet with workers following the company’s entry into administration. AWU officials will hold a press conference following the tour. WHEN: Today, Friday, February 21, 2025 Tour begins: 12:00 PM Press Conference: 12:30 PM WHERE: Oceania Glass 95 Greens Road Dandenong South, VIC WHO: The Hon. Claire O’Neil MP, … Continued

Owners of Donut King stores served with criminal charges over alleged child employment breaches

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The owners and operators of Donut King stores located in Rosebud Plaza and Berwick, face 70 criminal charges in the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria over alleged breaches of Victoria’s child employment laws. The state’s child employment watchdog, Wage Inspectorate Victoria, alleges that between 1 January and 6 July 2024 Minto Nominees Pty Ltd, trading as Donut … Continued