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…
Managing psychosocial risks in the workplace: Insights from an Independent Workplace Ombuds
As an Independent Workplace Ombuds who deals with psychosocial risks in the workplace daily, I’ve seen firsthand how these issues can impact individuals. Left unaddressed, they can escalate into significant challenges that…