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In many respects the illusive future of work has arrived. Will this momentum continue through to the new year?

The Albanese Government has been swift in communicating its intent to shift the dial by increasing the number of paid weeks offered, lifting the eligibility cap, making it more flexible and removing references to primary and secondary carer labels that encourage both parents to participate in taking the leave, but is it enough?  

Polish politician Jaroslaw Kaczynski has blamed young women and their drinking for the country’s low birth rate.

A 54-year old chess commentator has been sacked by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) after making sexist comments.

A study of more than 20 million LinkedIn users shows acquaintances you have about 10 friends in common with are the most likely to help you get a new job.

The great leaders are right in front of us. They are unexpected, they are diverse, they are varied, and they make us uncomfortable at times. They are young people.

If the EA and CEO can cultivate Authenticity, Mastery, Accountability and Emotional Intelligence, they will create a strategic partnership that goes from ordinary to extraordinary.

There are not enough part-time roles out there, and employees who do manage to access them tend to experience part-time work as a temporary holding pattern.

Australia’s defamation laws have been inadequate for years – as the Murdoch v Crikey case starkly shows.

Liberal Party has a ‘women’s problem’ and should be fixed by introducing a “temporary” quota for women, according to Senator Linda Reynolds.

Former lead singer of The Seekers Judith Durham has died at 79. She is being remembered for her kindness, and distinctive, angelic voice. 

Nick Kyrgios has been charged with common assault against former girlfriend Chiara Passari, and will face court in early August.