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Government names 264 occupations with skill shortages

Australia has significantly more occupations experiencing national skills shortages than five years ago, despite an easing in recruitment pressures since 2023. An

Women still facing systemic barriers to economic success

Women are still facing persistent, systemic barriers that impact their careers and long-term financial security, a report released today reveals. The Business Chamber

Tax Office has influencer gifts in its sights

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has warned content creators and influencers that the perks they receive may come with tax obligations. In a statement, released

Survey to drive Brisbane dawn economy activation

Brisbane residents are being asked to contribute ideas to further develop Brisbane’s internationally significant dawn economy. A survey launched this week asks people

Parents still facing workplace discrimination

Workplace discrimination based on pregnancy and caring responsibilities remains prevalent in Australia. A new report by the Australian Human Rights Commission said that

Two million still to lodge their 2025-26 tax returns

Around two million Australians have been reminded that they have only two weeks left to lodge their 2025-26 tax returns. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) said this

Regional life shifters look to north Queensland

North Queensland is attracting a growing share of regional lifestyle shifters as more people consider a life outside of the major cities. The latest Regional Movers

International tourism struggles to reach pre-COVID levels

Tourist numbers from China are surging back but overall Australia’s international tourism numbers are staying below pre-COVID levels. Australian Bureau of Statistics

Women feel unwelcome in blokey trucking industry

Pull up at any truck stop on the Hume or Bruce Highway and do a quick headcount. Chances are, for every 100 truck drivers refuelling, about six are women. And if

Can you spare a square? Staff stealing office toilet paper

Employees who can’t spare a square are stealing toilet paper from their workplaces as the office becomes the new the cost-of-living “battleground.” Some employers

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