Paid parental leave would boost - not drain - economy: report
A paid parental leave scheme would stimulate the economy rather than be a drain on it, according to a new report. » more »
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New bargaining laws: Prepare to disclose company information
Employers should get ready to deal with trade union requests to disclose company information - and determine what they can keep confidential - before the first part of the Fair Work Act 2009 takes effect mid-year, says University of Adelaide Professor of Law, Andrew Stewart. » more »
Women's employer of choice list grows to 111
There are now 111 organisations recognised as employers of choice for women by the Federal Government's Equal Opportunity for Women in the Workplace Agency (EOWA). » more »
Case study: talented new mums lured back to work
A commitment to flexibility has helped a Queensland employer more than double its maternity leave return-to-work rate to 94 per cent. » more »
Women-friendly practices boost retention, talent pools
Measuring retention of women and reviewing salaries to identify gaps between genders are among the initiatives the equal opportunity agency has recognised as advancing equality in the workplace, in its annual business achievement awards. » more »
Employers jumping the gun on paid maternity leave
As the Government considers the Productivity Commission's proposal for paid parental leave, a growing number of large Australian employers have opted not to wait to implement their own schemes. » more »
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