Business
Workplace
Luke’s employer has given him five weeks’ paid leave. The trend is catching on
Major retailers are giving their staff five weeks annual leave, amid calls to increase holiday entitlements to relieve pressure on workers.
- by Andrew Taylor
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Opinion
Jobs
Ignorance may be bliss, but why are we so scared to try new things?
If we have the courage to step into the uncertain, and re-learn what young children know instinctively, that there is joy in discovery and surprise.
- by Jim Bright
Analysis
ABC
Antoinette Lattouf, political opinion and the ABC’s impartiality
The sacking of the casual presenter over social media posts pokes at three sore points in the Australian media: race, Gaza, and political opinion.
- by Michael Bachelard and Calum Jaspan
Opinion
Work/life balance
Already failed a New Year resolution? Try this instead
After so many years of failed resolutions, I’ve had enough. This year, it’s time to focus on what we’ve already achieved.
- by Shelley Johnson
DP World ports grind to halt, cargo transport costs surge in dispute fallout
Surcharges have been imposed due to the costs incurred as a result of the protected action, which includes bans on loading and unloading ships, the Container Transport Alliance Australia says.
- by Sumeyya Ilanbey
Opinion
Work therapy
Is CCing someone into a critical email bullying?
Thoughtlessly worded emails can certainly be difficult for the recipient, although they may only be bullying in quite specific circumstances.
- by Jonathan Rivett
The ‘detective’ researcher hoping to fight cancer with a single dose
From an early morning treadmill run to some “detective-like” lab work, this is how a senior cancer researcher spends her day.
- by Sue White
Opinion
Gender pay gap
Think your male colleagues earn more than you? Soon you’ll know for sure
From February, Australian companies with 100 or more employees will be required to publish their median gender pay gap between male and female workers.
- by Michelle Battersby
Bosses raise the pressure as work-from-home tension reaches ‘pivotal point’
While some companies have tied office attendance to pay in a bid to get employees back in the office, it could come with unintended consequences.
- by Millie Muroi and David Swan
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Department of Education Victoria
Considering a career in early childhood education? Now’s a good time
If the approach of 2024 is turning your thoughts to career goals, a wave of new opportunities in Victoria’s early childhood sector could be just the direction you’re looking for.
- by Amy Cooper
Opinion
My First Job
I’m in a bit of a pickle, get me out of here
Crossing the city to work in a factory on a revolutionary island was an eye-opening experience. There were no two ways around it: I was simply foul.
- by Jason Steger