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‘You belong here’: What is belonging and why does it matter in our workplaces?
Learn how leaders from WORK180 Endorsed Employers are putting belonging into action, and why it’s time to centre belonging in the future of all our workplaces.
What it’s really like as a woman in tech — and how it makes you a better leader
Shivangi Singal shares what it’s really like to be a woman in the tech industry and how gender equity is building stronger, more successful teams.
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Australian employers: What happens if you don’t hit your WGEA gender equality targets?
The stakes are rising and the clock is ticking for Australian companies with 500 or more employees. From 1st April, 2026, the Australian government has mandated that these large employers will need to select and actively work towards specific gender equality targets —...
How to power a career pivot into the energy sector
It’s easy to assume that without a background in a specific industry, you’ll struggle to get a foot in the door and have to start from scratch. What’s closer to the truth is that many industries are keen to hear from professionals from a range of backgrounds, and the...
Why businesses need neurodiverse employees like you
The future of work is changing, and so is its workforce. As we head into a rapidly changing world, FM Conway is leading the way, welcoming diverse voices to the table to help tackle the big questions. Rebecca Hawkins, Strategic Project Manager at FM Conway, received...
How to turn a graduate role into a purposeful career
Graduate trainee programs and apprenticeships are more than just stepping stones; they’re designed to give you hands-on experience, structured learning, and exposure to different areas of a business. These roles offer a strong foundation, but turning that foundation...
Celebrating the women powering Sydney Water’s future
At Sydney Water, engineering is more than just pipes, plants, and infrastructure - it's fundamentally about people. The organisation firmly believes that for our cities to thrive, their people need to thrive first. Every solution delivered improves lives across...
Meet three incredible women at the forefront of nuclear science, strategy & security
It’s not every day you get the opportunity to meet amazing nuclear scientists leading their field. From crisis response to global collaboration, these professionals act as behind-the-scenes protectors, supporting nuclear safety, compliance, and training for critical...
From FIFO to Fieldwork to Global Travel: Women are going places!
IGO | NetApp | Powerink | TBH Whether it’s a remote mine site, a regional community, or an international conference, women are carving out dynamic careers in roles that take them far beyond the office. Thanks to inclusive policies, supportive teams, and a growing...
How is inclusion shaping where and how women work?
From flexible work arrangements to leadership opportunities and family-friendly policies, inclusion is no longer a ‘nice to have’—it’s a must. Across traditionally male-dominated industries and emerging sectors alike, inclusive practices are transforming the...
Breaking the bias: Why we need to talk about the value of part-time workers
Part-time work is often framed as a compromise—a concession made by women seeking flexibility in a workforce that still treats full-time presence as the gold standard. Despite the growing demand for flexible roles, biases persist. Part-time professionals are...