News & Views The sick day and office ‘perks’ need an overhaul to support mental health Sick days have changed considerably since the pandemic, with more people working from home and now using them sparingly.
Employers Triple paid parental leave and give Dads the financial incentive to actually use it The ACTU has identified reforming paid parental leave as a key strategy for halving the national gender pay gap and the workforce participation gap.
Employers Workplaces have the power to help end family and domestic violence Employers have incredible power to help in ending domestic and family violence, and the opportunity to bring team members together around this essential goal.
Employers How we work has undergone a seismic shift, but too many hiring practices haven’t evolved with the times Employers need to consider what candidates really want. A new McKinsey report identifies the five talent pools to understand.
Employers Acceptable not just available: How flexible work and paid parental leave policies support gender equity at work Plenty of employers have great flexible work policies, but how many actually push to ensure it’s seen as acceptable?
News & Views Cost of living and COVID converging to push need for WFH options The cost of living and cases of COVID are rising. Many people are now turning to work from home options to try and make ends meet.
News & Views Finally, we’re seeing big policy promises that will transform Australia An additional year of education. Pay parental leave reform. Childcare reform. The future could look much brighter for families.
Soapbox What families need from the next parliament Australia’s 47th Parliament will be on notice to invest in the caring economy and to deliver better outcomes for families, women and children.
Employers How progressive employers are supporting new parents to navigate the highs and lows Imagine a world where every new parent felt supported in their transition to and from work. Here’s how employers can make it reality.
News & Views Truly family-friendly workplaces are key to economic recovery Our workplaces need to be more family friendly – and employers and the government must be prepared to lead the change head on.
News & Views I’m not going back to the office. Things have changed forever Many firms are planning how they’re going to get staff who have been working from home, back to the office. Not all will want to return.
Jugglehood Government must enable pregnant women to access extended & flexible parental leave provisions during this crisis During the COVID-19 expectant parents are demanding an urgent review to enable early access to the 18-week minimum wage leave package.
