Business
AI not a âstraightforwardâ fix for ailing productivity
20 August
Australia has been warned against the âseductiveâ pull of artificial intelligence as the federal government looks to the technology to help solve its productivity woes. AI is expected to take centre stage during the second day of the...[Read More]
The way to happiness and success in both life and work
21 August
Happiness and success are deeply intertwined but arenât always the result of material gains or high-status positions. Instead, a fulfilling life and career stem from aligning your values, passions, and actions in ways that promote well-being and...[Read More]
Essential tips for setting up your home office
21 August
The advent of digital technology has transformed the business landscape, ushering in a new era where working from home is no longer a rarity but a common occurrence. This shift has necessitated the need for entrepreneurs to create conducive...[Read More]
Cutting ânightmarishâ red tape may awaken productivity
21 August
Border-crossing tradies and other small business owners are being hammered by regulatory burdens, but a sweeping plan to slash red tape could save them more than $1 billion a year. Canberra-based deck builder Xavier Duffy is forced to navigate a...[Read More]
Call for right to work from home, as one MP warns on AI
20 August
Australiaâs workplace ombudsman will be asked to support the right to work from home, to stop it from being used by employers to bargain away other rights, amid warnings AI could replace jobs that can be done remotely. The Australian Services...[Read More]
Navigating farm succession: how legal advice can help families transition smoothly
14 August
For many farming families, the land is more than just a place of work â itâs home, heritage, and legacy. But when it comes time to pass the baton to the next generation, the process can quickly become complicated, especially if not all children...[Read More]
âBetter livesâ urged as goal from productivity push
14 August
Improving peopleâs lives, not just economic outcomes, should be front and centre of the governmentâs upcoming reform roundtable, an independent think tank says. Addressing climate change, inequality, the cost of living, housing affordability and...[Read More]
Bright idea for businesses to power household bill cuts
13 August
Big buildings with empty rooftops could be the key to lowering power bills for Australian households and cutting greenhouse gas emissions, according to a trial proposed by a major energy firm. Ausgridâs proposal, announced on Tuesday, would tap...[Read More]
Four key strategies to safeguard your financial future
7 August
Financial stability doesnât usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly. Protecting yourself against financial disaster means...[Read More]
What is procrastination & why do we procrastinate?
7 August
Procrastination is a universal challenge that affects many of us at some point. From putting off small errands to delaying critical projects, procrastination can significantly impact personal growth, productivity, and overall well-being. However,...[Read More]
âLawyersâ picnicâ looms over right to work from home
7 August
An Australian-first plan to legislate the right to work from home could become a âlawyersâ picnicâ, experts warn. The Victorian government has promised to introduce legislation in 2026 to create a right for employees to work from home two days...[Read More]
Opposition to wave through cut to student debt levels
31 July
A one-off HECS debt reduction for university students is all but set after the federal opposition confirmed it would back the proposal. Laws to cut 20 per cent off the HECS bill for students passed the House of Representatives on Tuesday, which...[Read More]
Workers optimistic but employers wary over wages bill
31 July
About one in seven Australian workers will have their penalty rates increased and their employers will not be able to reduce them, under changes proposed by the Albanese government. One of those workers is service assistant Ruth Sumner, who for 25...[Read More]
Four day week firms as win-win for workers and business
23 July
Extending the weekend could be the recipe for improving employee health and the secret sauce to boost business productivity. A large-scale, peer-reviewed study has found a four-day working week could reduce employee burnout and improve job...[Read More]
10 reasons your family farm needs an insurance broker or adviser to protect your legacy
17 July
Running a family farm, especially one passed down through generations, is more than just a businessâitâs your familyâs heritage, legacy, and livelihood. Protecting this invaluable asset requires expertise beyond basic insurance...[Read More]