To see what best practice looks like, we spoke to 5 Endorsed Employers to see what initiatives they offer to support physical, mental & social wellbeing.
A quick & easy guide to workplace peer support programs
Workplace peer support programs are a growing trend in workplace mental health support. This guide provides an overview for employers including 3 examples
8 Employee benefits trends that defined 2021
After the trials and tribulations of 2020, we asked leading employers which employee benefits their organization wouldn’t be without in 2021.
Best employee benefits: The policies truly making a difference
Many organizations challenged the stereotypical ideas about women’s needs in the workplace, implementing and upgrading impactful benefits and policies that truly support women’s careers.
More articles
From parental leave to dream job: How one woman made the successful leap!
If you ever worry that being pregnant or having young children might be a barrier to your career progression, you’re not alone. That’s how Kate Brooks used to feel too, so much so that she even delayed telling her team she was pregnant in case they thought she had...
Flexible workplaces: 3 red flags to look out for (and 3 green signs you’re onto a winner!)
Following the recent directive from the NSW Premier, Chris Minns, to work “primarily in an approved office,” many people have been left wondering: What does an authentically flexible workplace look like in 2024? Promoting flexibility isn't just about offering remote...
Employer checklist: Rolling out the right to disconnect
As of 26 August 2024, medium to large enterprises in Australia are required to adopt the Right to Disconnect policy, a significant update to the Fair Work Act. (Small employers will need to comply by August 2025.)Granting employees the right to refuse unreasonable...
Three quick questions with the company winning awards for pay equity
Closing the gender pay gap takes time, especially in traditionally male-dominated sectors like mining, energy, and resources. It demands unwavering commitment and ongoing effort — work our team not only supports but actively highlights for all to see. Why? Our...
7 proven strategies one leader uses to help their community thrive
What makes a leading organization stand out from the rest? Carly Gabel from Downer shares how great workplaces put their people at the heart of everything.
5 Tips for flipping the switch in your career
Think it’s too late to change your career direction? Think again. Discover how Electrical Apprentice Annie made her switch to a new industry successful.