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Balancing the scales starts with fixing the system
A reflection from WORK180’s 2026 International Women’s Day Summit on why real progress requires redesigning workplace systems, not expecting women to navigate them better—covering practical actions across hiring, pay, leadership, and flexibility.
When women back women, the whole industry moves
How Liberty Financial is backing women brokers through connection, mentorship and practical support with AdvisHer Circle.
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Career pathways without compromise
When Caitlyn Pengelly returned to work after parental leave, she was clear about what mattered. “I advocated for a four day week,” she says. “I balance life as a mum to two young boys, navigating childcare and school drop offs and pick ups, and being present through...
A fund that gives women the freedom to shape their own path
The scale of the work at VIDA Roads creates real opportunities for the organisation’s people. Delivering projects that shape how Victorians move across the state, gives our people opportunities to try new things, stretch their skills and grow their careers. The...
Top 5 Australian companies with the best career development opportunities
Are you tired of navigating the job market's uncertainties, wishing you knew which employers will genuinely prioritise your career development? You’re in the right place because we have compiled the top five Australian WORK180-Endorsed Employers for career...
Four principles of a credible employer brand — and the commitments employers must make
When organisations talk about employer brand, the conversation often drifts quickly to visibility: careers pages, EVP statements, LinkedIn content, and awards lists. All of that matters, but only after something more foundational is true. Your employer brand already...
What it takes to build inclusion — Inside hipages Group, WORK180’s top employer for women
Once the hiring surge settles, once leadership stabilises, once the cracks become visible. hipages chose a different path. As Australia and New Zealand’s number one platform connecting homeowners with tradies, hipages Group is creating meaningful impact to the trade...
How Joss built a career defined by purpose and leadership
When Joss joined Western Power 17 years ago, she saw a chance to learn, grow and help keep communities connected. What she did not know at the time was that her career would be shaped by trust, teamwork and moments of profound responsibility that showed her exactly...
UK parental leave: What you’re entitled to and how a great employer supports you financially
Parental leave/ Maternity leave / Paternity leave in the UK is often described as generous, particularly when compared with other countries. On paper, the entitlements sound reassuring: up to a year away from work, legal protections, and a period of paid leave. But...
How to break into new industries with application tips that work
Featuring: Alstom Australia | Infosys | Schneider Electric | Sportsbet | Thales Group | Queensland Airports | Queensland Fire Department If you’ve ever talked yourself out of applying for a role because your background “isn’t quite right”, you’re not alone. Many...
A career rewritten by courage and opportunity
It started out as a temporary cover. Parental leave, a few months. Tania Nathanielsz could have played it safe, stayed in her lane. Instead, she stepped forward and walked into the most pivotal chapter of her career.Rooted in curiosity, driven by growth Tania’s...