Twitter and conventional media are abuzz today about a Melbourne practice that apparently charges a ‘premium’ for female doctors: $7 more per standard consultation in fact. Surgeon Neela Janakiramanan…
Poverty is sexist: Business and Hollywood heavyweights call on world leaders for action
Poverty is sexist. There is not a country in the world where women have equal opportunities to men, but in the developing world the disparity is even greater. Last year, the World Economic Forum repor…
When men like Benedict Cumberbatch stick their nose out on pay parity, the industry listens
We weren’t short on reasons to love Benedict Cumberbatch, but there’s officially a new one to add to our very long list. In a recent interview with Radio Times, the actor made his position…
Cryptocurrencies & why new tech opportunities must not become a double disadvantage for women
Having recently become interested in investing in emerging computer-based technologies, Jennie Hill is concerned that nearly all those taking up opportunities in this fascinating space are male. Alre…
Labor’s Budget reply features ‘women’ & commitment to pay equality
Opposition leader Bill Shorten actually mentioned ‘women’ during his budget reply speech last night, a word that did not feature in the Treasurer’s speech two nights earlier. Bianca…
Alexis George appointed to Deputy CEO of ANZ
In a week full of resignations from female leaders in finance, there’s a small beam of hope on the horizon. Alexis George has been appointed Deputy CEO of ANZ. The appointment comes after curren…
Federal Budget recap: What exactly is in it for women?
While the 2018 Federal Budget had some positives in tax relief, there is nothing that directly addresses the economic disadvantage of Australian women. Yes there’s some tax relief but make no m…
All hail the Queen: Claire Foy reimbursed after gender pay gap on The Crown
Over the past two years, Claire Foy has received a multitude of praise and accolades for her portrayal of an early Queen Elizabeth in Netflix’ drama, ‘The Crown’. She has been commen…
Let’s talk about STDs (sexually transmitted debts) and friends with (financial) benefits
Moving in with a partner or friend? Your domestic arrangements can affect your financial obligations. Sarah Riegelhuth explains how to spot potentially tricky situations and avoid them. Buying a home …
Financial abuse happened to me and it can happen to anyone
She had a good job. Went to university. Owned a house. Life was pretty sweet. Until it wasn’t for Corinne Proske. The now GM of Good Shepherd shares what went wrong. I never imagined that I would be …
