Business
Harmonising Life: Ten Tips for Achieving Mindful Work-Life Balance
9 May
Work-life balance is a highly personal and continuously evolving quest. Itâs about managing your professional and personal lives in a way that minimizes stress and maximises well-being.  This balance isnât one-size-fits-all; what works for...[Read More]
Ambitious plan for Aussie kids needs action: advocates
8 May
Well-being advocates have called for ambitious action on early child development after the government adopted a 10-year strategy that leaves concrete changes to later. Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth and Early Childhood Education Minister...[Read More]
Women needed in medical research to prevent gender bias
8 May
More women are urgently needed as medical researchers to reverse a bias in clinical trials which often excludes female patients, a leading academic warns. Medical research is still a menâs game, despite the fact almost half the countryâs doctors...[Read More]
Strategies for conflict resolution and motivation in the workplace and beyond
2 May
In todayâs fast-paced digital world, the art of communication often gets diluted in a sea of emails, text messages, and online postings.  While these methods provide convenience and efficiency, they can sometimes lack the personal touch and...[Read More]
Quantum computing bid receives billion-dollar boost
1 May
One of the worldâs most powerful quantum computers will be made in Australia as the federal and Queensland governments set aside nearly $1 billion for the venture. The investment in tech company PsiQuantum is part of the governmentâs...[Read More]
Financial help for uni students on placement floated
24 April
Financial help might be offered to university students completing unpaid placements as part of their degrees, as unions warn failure to provide support will result in greater workforce shortages. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the federal government...[Read More]
Next generation air, missile shield enters next phase
24 April
The Australian Defence Force is a step closer to getting a next generation air and missile defence system capable of detecting and stopping threats. The Albanese government on Wednesday announced the next phase of the integrated air and missile...[Read More]
How to thrive despite higher inflation
18 April
The cost of living continues to rise, and many are feeling the pinch. However, there are ways to navigate and adapt to this challenging financial landscape. Â If youâre looking for practical solutions and workarounds to help you tackle higher...[Read More]
Fortifying the Frontlines: 10 Cybersecurity Strategies for Small Businesses in the Digital Age
18 April
Integrating cybersecurity into the fabric of small business operations requires both strategic planning and practical measures.  Here are the top 10 tips to fortify small businesses against cyber threats, underscoring the necessity for...[Read More]
Jobs market muscle put to test with fresh data due
17 April
Whether or not strength in the labour market has staying power will be the key economic question under review this week. The release of the Australian Bureau of Statisticsâ March labour force data on Thursday will be watched carefully after a...[Read More]
Coles, Woolworths bosses reveal stance on pricing
17 April
The heads of Coles and Woolworths have been subjected to a parliamentary grilling at a Senate inquiry on Tuesday examining supermarket prices. âItâs very hard to say that we have price gouging.â â Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci âWe...[Read More]
Business interruption insurance
11 April
A crucial though sometimes overlooked safeguard, business interruption insurance provides financial protection for companies facing unexpected disruptions. Â But who exactly is it for? The short answer: any business that wants to ensure continuity...[Read More]
Unlocking Productivity: Strategies for Overcoming Obstacles and Boosting Self-Motivation
11 April
In our fast-paced world, itâs not uncommon to find ourselves overwhelmed by tasks, deadlines, and personal commitments. This avalanche of responsibilities can often leave us feeling stuck, struggling to tick items off our to-do...[Read More]
Public servants win push for extra reproductive leave
10 April
A new pay deal for Victoriaâs public servants will be put to a final vote, with an extra five days of reproductive leave on the table for women. The four-year Victorian public service wage offer includes annual pay rises of three per cent in line...[Read More]
How to identify and choose the right business structure
4 April
All successful businesses depend on a solid and dependable structure. While you can always work it out as you go, improvisation in the business world is inefficient, highly risky, and likely to lead to failure. Getting the right systems in place...[Read More]