A Fair Work Commission ruling on a Westpac employee’s work from home request signals employers must provide genuine, individualised assessments when refusing flexibility
This week’s Founder Friday features Trav Heaven, who listened when harassed workers called. His wearables now protect frontline staff across three countries.
After hearing from not-for-profit groups and community advocates, the ATO launches framework outlining how it will support vulnerable small businesses with compassion.
Australian SMEs increased headcount by 5.5% and raised wages above inflation, yet hours worked fell. Ben Thompson explains the paradox reshaping the labour market.
The government’s new cash mandate for supermarkets and petrol stations is getting closer.
Payday Super could cost small businesses far more than the government’s $151 estimate, according to COSBOA. The peak body wants cost support and fairer penalties before rollout.
Melbourne’s Hazel Stewart reveals why traditional sales strategies no longer work with today’s C-suite.
AI promises faster, cheaper customer service. But are chatbots ready for prime time? This week’s Let’s Talk asks experts if businesses should trust AI with customers.
We explore how Australian small businesses can use AI advertising tools to save 7.3 hours weekly, featuring practical examples and accessible platforms.
Advertised salaries climbed 3.5% annually in September, likely boosted by Fair Work’s minimum wage increase. Dr Blair Chapman unpacks the labour market’s mixed signals.
