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- Employment Relations, Human Resources
- 28/04/2026
- 12:26
Fast Labour Hire Holds Triple ISO Certification as Compliance Pressure Intensifies Across Construction Sector
Key Facts: Fast Labour Hire has achieved triple ISO certification in safety (45001), environmental (14001), and quality (9001) management systems Construction industry accounts for…
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- Education Training, Employment Relations
- 28/04/2026
- 11:22
Professor Carolyn Evans appointed Vice-Chancellor of the University of Melbourne
The Australian Higher Education Industrial Association (AHEIA) congratulates its former President, Professor Carolyn Evans, on her appointment to the position of Vice Chancellor of the University of Melbourne. The Executive Director of AHEIA, Craig Laughton, said Professor Evans, who was President of the association between 2021 – 2025 had directed it through a period of strong growth. EndsContact details: Craig Laughton | (he/him)Executive Director | Australian Higher Education Industrial Association |phone: 0477 799 [email protected] |www.aheia.edu.au |
- Employment Relations, Media
- 28/04/2026
- 09:08
“I’ll Never Do It The Old Way Again”: Kyle Hunt Scraps Resumes After 250-Person Hiring Experiment
Key Facts: Over 250 candidates attended a Walk-In Interviews event competing for 35 positions, replacing traditional hiring processes with 60-second pitches The event featured…
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- Employment Relations, Human Resources
- 27/04/2026
- 16:07
Fast Labour Hire Expands National Workforce Capacity as Australia Faces 300,000 Construction Worker Shortfall
Key Facts: Australia faces construction labour shortage of up to 300,000 workers by 2027, with 126,000 deficit in trades and labour positions Fast Labour…
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- Education Training, Employment Relations
- 23/04/2026
- 11:06
Chart your career path from training to employment
23 April 2026 A new online tool from Jobs and Skills Australia is making it easier than ever to identify the career you want and how to get there. The Training to Occupation Pathways dataset (TOP) allows users to see different occupations linked to a broad range of VET qualifications or to identify the qualifications needed for specific occupations. JSA Deputy Commissioner Trevor Gauld said TOP is a fantastic resource whether you’re planning a career change or considering options for the future. “We want Australians to understand the power of a VET qualification to place you in the career of…
- Emergency Services, Employment Relations
- 22/04/2026
- 12:05
Strengthening Public Safety and Community Confidence in Coffs Harbour
The United Services Union (USU) welcomes the decision to retain local beach lifeguard services in‑house at Coffs Harbour City Council, marking a significant win for public safety, community trust, and secure local jobs. The outcome follows extensive consultation with lifeguards, community groups, and the USU, ensuring the voices of frontline workers and residents were central to the process. The USU said the decision reflects the strong community support for publicly delivered safety services and the essential role professional lifeguards play in protecting beachgoers. Acting Northern Industrial Officer Luke Hutchinson said the result demonstrates the power of collaboration and the value…
- Employment Relations, Union
- 17/04/2026
- 15:56
CFMEU Demerger Creates Timber, Furnishing and Textiles Union (TFTU)
The Timber, Furnishing and Textiles Union (TFTU) has today been officially registered following final orders of the Federal Court of Australia, completing the demerger process overwhelmingly backed by members.The TFTU has emerged from the former CFMEU Manufacturing Division after members voted to establish an independent union focused on their industries following dysfunction within the broader CFMEU.The new union represents workers in timber, pulp and paper, wood products, furnishing, cabinetry, joinery, floorcovering, glass and glazing, textile, clothing, footwear and associated manufacturing industries.TFTU National Secretary Mr Michael O’Connor said today marked the beginning of a new chapter.“Today the Timber, Furnishing and Textiles…
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- Employment Relations
- 14/04/2026
- 10:33
Kyle Hunt Announces “Walk-In Interviews” – Offering On-the-Spot Job Opportunities
The concept is simple but high-stakes: candidates will arrive with a resume, deliver a 60-second pitch explaining why they should be hired, and may…
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- Employment Relations
- 13/04/2026
- 10:22
Thousands of Australians Could Be Working with Outdated Safety Certificates, Training Experts Warn
Key Facts: Many Australian workers are unaware their safety certifications require regular renewal, with CPR needing annual updates and first aid requiring renewal every…
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