AI: The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Challenge in a Changing Landscape
AI has moved well beyond being just a buzzword in Australian workplaces - it is now a real and measurable force reshaping how we work. From streamlining daily tasks to…
Meeting the New WHS Expectations: Why Independent Support Services Matter More Than Ever
As of 1 July 2025, SafeWork NSW has become a standalone regulator under the Work Health and Safety Amendment (Standalone Regulator) Act 2025 (NSW). With this change, the regulatory bar…
WHS: How Do Independent Ombuds Help Build Safer Workplaces?
Organisations across Australia are navigating a shifting regulatory landscape — with strengthened WHS regulations and new positive duty obligations under the Sex Discrimination Act. At the same time, workplace culture…
Glacial change and Respect@Work
In 2020, the Respect@Work inquiry led by Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins laid out a comprehensive plan to foster workplaces where every employee feels safe, respected, and free from harassment.…
Respect@Work: Will it lead to real change?
It has been almost 12 months since the introduction of the Respect@Work amendments to the Fair Work Act (Cth). The amendments expressly prohibit hostile workplace environments and place a positive…