News & Views Voluntary super: a good way to increase women’s dependence on men Making super contributions voluntary for people on less than A$50,000 a year, as proposed by Lib Senator Andrew Bragg, would be a backward step for women.
Leadership Taking space with Kemi Nekvapil Kemi Nekvapil’s story is the next of our series profiling women participating in the annual She Leads Conference in Canberra on 2 August.
News & Views Boris Johnson by numbers: the next UK prime minister’s career summed up Boris Johnson’s ascension to Britain’s prime minister is the culmination of years of scheming and plotting. These numbers characterise his career to date.
News & Views Men caring for kids cannot be viewed as ‘unicorns’: Kate Thwaites’ first speech in parliament In her first speech Kate Thwaites said she is proud to be showing it’s possible to be a parliamentarian & the mother of a young child
Partner Content The technology that’s changing our perception of dementia, and the woman behind it all Rebecca Hogan is at the forefront of a new normal in aged care– one that sees greater awareness and treatment of those living with dementia.
News & Views A black, female 007? As a lifelong James Bond fan, I say bring it on It is being reported that something incredible might be happening to James Bond. The next 007 will be black. And a woman.
News & Views ‘Making up games is more important than you think’: Why Bluey is a font of parenting wisdom Bluey, the Australian children’s television series, captures the wonder of parenting and delivers precious nuggets of parenting wisdom along the way
Partner Content Deidre Willmott is leading the way in our changing workforce Workplace flexibility is one of the major game-changers for the future of work in Australia. For Deidre Willmott this was best exemplified by trying to squeeze in grocery shopping after work.
Leadership How to accelerate a return to work after a significant career break Professionals who have taken a career break often face barriers re-entering the workforce. For women, it can be particularly challenging.
Business Mums & Co brings back event propelling female entrepreneurs and leaving them MPowered The Be MPowered Conference is an all-day event, aimed at providing resources, connections, knowledge and experience to help empower female founders to reach new personal heights with their business.
News & Views Justine Jarvinen appointed CEO of UNSW Sydney’s Energy Institute Justine Jarvinen has been appointed chief executive officer of UNSW Sydney’s Energy Institute. She has spent two years as COO.
News & Views Ash Barty takes world number one spot, the first Australian woman in 43 years It was a win in Birmingham that sealed the deal for Ash Barty, ending a brilliant month for the Australian player by seeing her become the world number one.