Australia’s gender pay gap has narrowed further, helped by wage bumps in the aged care sector where four in five workers are women. Naming and shaming individual companies is also proving effective at pushing employers to root out the causes of their pay gaps and act...
Australia’s first qualified astronaut doesn’t just want to walk on the moon, she wants to get science experiments running on it. And local researchers and start-ups would be uniquely qualified to play a role in a new era of space exploration, she says, for their expertise...
Public schools in Canberra will receive extra Commonwealth cash, putting pressure on bigger states holding out for a better funding deal. The federal government will increase its percentage of funding in the ACT to 22.5 per cent in 2026, up from 20 per cent. It equals an...
Planning for a promotion at work requires a strategic approach that demonstrates your value and prepares you for increased responsibilities. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help structure a successful promotion plan: Clarify Your Promotion Goals Begin by understanding what type of promotion you’re aiming for and why it’s...
Travelling overseas is more than just a chance to see new places; it’s an invitation to step into worlds vastly different from our own. From Marrakech’s colourful markets to Tokyo’s bustling streets, each destination offers unique customs, flavours, and perspectives that make us richer for...
Yoga and Pilates offer numerous benefits for people of all ages, including those leading into and during retirement. Improved Flexibility: Both Yoga and Pilates involve stretching exercises that can help improve flexibility. This is particularly important as we age since flexibility tends to decrease over time,...