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...
How Urban Utilities is breaking the industry mold and hiring more women
The water and wastewater services industry is notoriously male-dominated. So what did it take for Urban Utilities to recently hire not one, but three women into frontline roles (in just one month)? We recently sat down with Darcy Richardson, Talent Partner at Urban...
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Creating space for women to see themselves as leaders at Powerlink
How Powerlink’s Accelerate Women in Leadership program is helping women build confidence, redefine leadership and take intentional steps into leadership.
5 Signs your flexible working policy could be causing problems
Flexible working is no longer just a perk — it's one of the clearest signals of whether an employer is serious about inclusion, retention, and progression. The 2026 What Women Want Report, based on responses from more than 1,100 women and marginalised groups, makes...
Where employers are landing on WGEA targets, and what that means in practice
Over the last few months, I’ve been speaking with Chief People Officers as they work through the gender equality targets they’ll need to select and submit to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). From 2026, employers that directly employ 500 or more people in...
WGEA Gender Equality Targets are here. Here’s how to make them count
From 1 April 2026, a significant moment for gender equality in Australian workplaces arrived. Employers with 500 or more employees are now legally required to select three Gender Equality Targets and report on them to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). This...
How two graduates found their footing at nbn
Natasha Murthy and Minsung Choe share how nbn’s graduate program helped them build confidence, find their direction and start meaningful careers.
Engineering inclusion, one project at a time
Victoria Colquhoun looks back on her 20-year engineering career, reflecting on her current leadership role at Honeywell, and how confidence and support made the journey possible.







