NSW Extra Anzac Day Holiday: Retiree's Unfazed Reaction
An unexpected response from a retired man highlights the mixed reactions to NSW's new public holiday for Anzac Day, as the government reviews permanent changes.
Category : Employment
Café One Secures Permanent Base in Townsville to Fight Youth Unemployment
Social enterprise Café One has secured a permanent location in Townsville, providing training and employment opportunities for young people to combat youth unemployment in the region.
Union Hires Convicted Killer as Health and Safety Rep
A union has sparked outrage by appointing a convicted killer as a workplace health and safety representative, raising serious questions about vetting processes and public safety.
Unanderra Electricians Strike Over Pay Dispute
Electricians at Dynelec in Unanderra have walked off the job in a bitter pay dispute, demanding better wages and conditions amid rising living costs.
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Hunter Trade Apprenticeships Grow Despite Recent Decline
Hunter trade apprenticeships have seen overall growth in recent years, despite a recent decline, driven by strong demand in key industries like construction and manufacturing.
Crane Firms Fined $200k for Unlicensed Workers, Collapse
Two crane truck companies in western Victoria have been fined a total of $200,000 after unlicensed workers operated a crane that collapsed, highlighting serious safety breaches in the region's construction industry.
Злодейство в Мосман-Парке требует усиления экономики ухода (11.02.2026)
Жестокое нападение в Мосман-Парке подчеркивает необходимость реформ в экономике ухода в Австралии, включая улучшение условий труда и поддержку уязвимых групп населения.
FIFO Worker Warns Against Industry Glamorisation
A WA FIFO scaffolder earning $160,000 annually reveals the harsh realities behind social media's glamorous portrayal, highlighting extreme conditions and mental health risks.
Canberra's 'Monkey Girl' Trades Childcare for High-Rise Cleaning
Codie Kennedy, nicknamed 'Monkey Girl', swapped childcare for scaling Canberra's tallest buildings as a window cleaner. She and her colleagues share why they love the job despite heights and occasional surprises.
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Company Fined $300k After Worker Shocked by Powerlines
A construction company has been fined $300,000 after a labourer suffered an electric shock when a steel cage hit 11,000-volt powerlines at a North Wollongong building site. The court found multiple safety failures.
PHAARC: Australia's Post-Holiday Slump Named
New research reveals PHAARC, or Post-Holiday Acute Aggravated Rebound Condition, is affecting millions of Australians returning to work with symptoms like low energy and decision fatigue.
Peak Body's Urgent Call on Homelessness as Funding Drops
A leading advocacy group issues a critical warning about rising homelessness in Australia, citing a significant reduction in government funding and calling for immediate policy intervention.
Canberra Company Fined $81k for Wage Theft, Future Breaches Feared
A Canberra electrical company and its director have been ordered to pay over $81,500 after underpaying workers. The court warned there remains a risk of future workplace law breaches.
Emergency Services at Champion Lakes Bus Depot Incident
Emergency services are responding to reports of a woman trapped under a fallen forklift at the Champion Lakes bus depot in Perth, with details still emerging.
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Geelong's Dangerous Workplaces Named in Worksafe List
A shocking Worksafe prosecution list has revealed Geelong's most hazardous workplaces, with companies facing legal action for serious safety breaches.
Workforce Australia Fails Jobs Target, Licences Cancelled
The Workforce Australia program has failed to meet its employment target for a second year, with costs rising and ten service licences terminated. Performance data shows declining outcomes despite low national unemployment.
Blue Collar Career Shifts Are a Predictable Trend
Workplace expert Gary Martin discusses the rising trend of blue-collar workers switching careers, highlighting economic and social factors driving this predictable shift in Australia.
Centrelink Carer Allowance: $162.60 Fortnight Eligibility
Learn about Centrelink's $162.60-a-fortnight carer allowance, including eligibility criteria, application process, and key details for Australian carers.
Shellharbour Workers Get Priority Lung Screening
A NSW government-funded mobile lung screening clinic, the Lung Bus, arrives in Shellharbour to provide free health checks targeting workers at risk of dust diseases like silicosis and asbestosis.
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Townsville Women: Accused Rapist Still Works at Business
Women in Townsville claim a man charged with rape continues to work at a local business, raising concerns about workplace safety and community accountability.
Worker Dies in Bulldozer Accident at Port of Brisbane
A tragic workplace incident at the Port of Brisbane has claimed a worker's life after a bulldozer rolled over at a cement facility. Emergency services responded early Friday morning.
NSW May Add Anzac Day Holiday for Weekend Dates
The NSW government is examining whether to introduce an extra public holiday when Anzac Day falls on a weekend, aligning with some other states but facing business opposition over costs.
SA's Lowest-Paid Workers Secure Landmark Pay Deal
South Australia's Premier Peter Malinauskas announces a long-awaited pay deal for the state's lowest-paid public servants, responding to union pressure and protests outside parliament.
Teen Burned in Nelson Bay Workplace Incident
A teenager has sustained significant burns to his arms, legs, and face in an industrial accident at Nelson Bay, requiring airlift to John Hunter Hospital.
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Engineer Loses Dismissal Case Over Office Refusal
A Melbourne software engineer has lost his unfair dismissal claim after repeatedly refusing to return to the office, with the Fair Work Commission ruling the termination was lawful.
North QLD Women's Legal Service Expands to Meet Demand
The North Queensland Women's Legal Service is expanding its operations to address a significant increase in demand for legal assistance across the region.
Australia Day Police Blitz Nets 1300+ Offences
A major police operation across Newcastle and the Hunter region during Australia Day weekend resulted in over 1300 traffic offences, including drink driving and illegal trail bike riding, with two fatal crashes reported.
Free Lung Health Checks for Newcastle Workers
Newcastle workers can access free lung screening checks today as the government's mobile clinic visits The Station. The initiative aims to protect workers from dust diseases like silicosis and asbestosis through early detection.
Local Hero Award Boosts Aboriginal Apprenticeships and Women in Trades
Frank Mitchell's recognition with a Local Hero Award is accelerating his mission to increase Aboriginal apprenticeships and promote women in trades across Australia.
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Perth Teen Fundraiser for Robotic Arm After Accident
Chaz Gordon, an 18-year-old Perth apprentice, lost his arm in a horrific workplace accident. His family is raising funds for a life-changing robotic prosthetic to help him regain independence.
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