Workers face uncertain future as mine fire continues
Workers have been told they will continue to be paid for another couple of weeks as authorities battle an underground coal mine fire in central Queensland.
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Women wanted for cybersecurity course, no men allowed
One of Australia's largest cybersecurity organisations is launching a training course just for women as research shows they make up only one in five workers.
Regions can benefit from untapped skilled refugee pool
Skilled refugees can plug the chronic labour shortages in regional Australia with around 80,000 jobs advertised monthly across the regions this year.
Female AI workforce grows but few women climbing ladder
Artificial intelligence is growing its female workforce but the number of women thins higher up the ladder, prompting calls for more equitable training.
Weakness creeping into labour market as hiring slows
Australia's labour market is slowly softening but the Reserve Bank is unlikely to be bothered by the latest jobs numbers ahead of its next board meeting.
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Four popular training courses facing critical AI risk
An analysis of vocational training has identified four courses at high risk from artificial intelligence technology even though they are in high demand.
PM weighs in on fresh push for free or cheap childcare
Anthony Albanese has welcomed an expert proposal for free or low-cost childcare but parents hoping for an immediate reprieve are likely to be disappointed.
Training boost to repair electric car mechanic shortage
Changes to a national apprenticeship scheme could have more mechanics learning to fix electric vehicles at a critical time for the industry, experts say.
Rivals offer parachute for Bonza staff after collapse
Australia's major airlines have thrown Bonza workers a lifeline after their employer collapsed into voluntary administration.
Jobseeker cash rise quashed but other help on the cards
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says he will look for other ways to help people doing it tough rather than raising income support payments.
Jobs market holds ground despite rise in unemployment
The official jobs data was more subdued in March as widely expected following a surprisingly strong February result.
Woolies dubbed a ‘model accused’ over $1m pay bungle
Supermarket giant Woolworths is facing up to $10 billion in fines after it admitted in court to underpaying about 1200 workers more than $1 million in leave.
TikTok says it boosts economy by $1.1b amid ban threat
TikTok delivers a significant economic boost to the Australian economy, a report has found, in what experts say is an attempt to prove its worth.
Hundreds of jobs axed with PwC to ‘simplify’ business
Big Four consultant PwC has made hundreds of jobs redundant and accelerated the retirements of more than 30 partners in an effort to streamline its structures.
‘Often overlooked’ women are the future of agriculture
Women are increasingly being recognised for their success in the agricultural sector in production, biosecurity, science and as champions of future farmers.
Working from home under spotlight as flexibility fades
As corporations begin limiting pandemic-era work arrangements, the government is examining whether Australian workers should have a right to work from home.
Hydrogen hub deal worth $140m finalised for Pilbara
Western Australia could become a world-leading hydrogen producer after the federal and state governments finalised a $140 million deal to build infrastructure.
Urgent changes needed to support women in STEM jobs
A new report recommends changes to support more diversity in science, engineering and technology jobs, as the industry fails to embrace change.
Stronger work rights secure as businesses warn of costs
Gig workers, casual staff and employees bugged after hours by their bosses are the winners of laws that have passed the Senate to the displeasure of businesses.
NSW looks to poach from SA with regional-living push
Ads to convince essential workers to move to NSW will be shown interstate, but South Australian officials have questioned why people would want to move.
Jobless rate steady at 3.9 per cent
Australia's jobless rate has plateaued at 3.9 per cent after both employment and unemployment fell in December, Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows.
Rate cut prospects up in the air as labour market cools
Some economists predict a softening labour market could bode well for interest rate cuts after Australia's jobless rate plateaued at 3.9 per cent in December.
Emergency services workforce complaints to be reviewed
The Queensland government has announced a six-month independent review of the fire and emergency services department's workforce complaints.
Aussies will still get their tax cuts: Anthony Albanese
Aussies earning high incomes will still get their tax cuts amid a cost of living crisis, as the government considers how to provide further relief for people.
PM confirms contentious stage three tax cuts to stay
Aussies earning high incomes will still get their tax cuts amid a cost-of-living crisis, as the government considers how to provide further relief for people.
Australians with disability to gain extra job support
A plan to provide support and more sustainable job opportunities for Australians with disabilities and high support needs will be released by the government.
Storm clouds loom for economy as rain, floods take toll
The fallout from severe storms in Queensland could lead to consequences for the economy and budget bottom line, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned.
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White collar staff among first to face AI wave: report
Professions likely to feel the early impact of artificial intelligence have been identified by a report that warns training must adapt to fit the technology.
Workers win extra protection as Labor seals Senate deal
Frontline workers will soon be given extra protections after Labor struck a deal with the Senate cross bench to pass several industrial relations reforms.
Blackmores unit allegedly fired health whistleblower
An employee of a Blackmores subsidiary has claimed the firm terminated him instead of dealing with health concerns raised about two of its vitamin products.
Job placement services driven by dole bludger myth
Australian employment services are fragmented and have failed, with a parliamentary review calling for a complete overhaul of the system.