Coronavirus
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JOBKEEPER 2.0: Questions remain
Sean Melbourne | July 23, 2020JOBKEEPER 2.0: What hasn’t been addressed is what will happen with all of the directions to reduce hours that employers have made under the Jobkeeper legislation. Employment law expert Sean Melbourne explains.
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COVID-19 inquiry to examine health services and supplies
First 5000 | July 22, 2020A parliamentary inquiry into the impact of COVID-19 on Australia’s defence, trade and international relations will turn its attention to public health at its next public hearing.
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Meet The “Brand New Australia”
First 5000 | July 20, 2020A new report from research agencies The Lab and Nature – “Brand New Australia” – reveals a divided nation in the wake of COVID-19, with dramatic differences in the way Australians think and behave.
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Make the most of remote work with the hybrid week
Nina Fountain | July 17, 2020Business leaders around the world are adapting to a new normal COVID-19 world. Team members have grown more accustomed to choosing how, where, and when they work best – and in many cases, they have been more productive. Leaders are starting to consider shifting towards a more flexible week.
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Government announces JobTrainer skills package for economic recovery, growth
First 5000 | July 16, 2020The Morrison Government will invest $2 billion to give hundreds of thousands of Australians access to new skills by retraining and upskilling them into sectors with job opportunities, as the economy recovers from COVID-19.
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Tourism major industry casualty of Coronavirus shutdowns
First 5000 | July 15, 2020The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Weekly Jobs and Wages Performance across Australia is an indicator of the decimation of the tourism and hospitality industry, resulting from Coronavirus shutdowns since mid-March, according to the Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC).
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Food SA supports retailers to promote local brands
First 5000 | July 13, 2020One of the impacts of COVID-19 has been South Australian consumers rallying around South Australian businesses, going out of their way to find ways to purchase their products and directly support South Australian jobs.
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Payments crucial to future business sustainability: Monoova
First 5000 | July 10, 2020End-to-end payments provider Monoova is urging businesses to review their payments systems amid changing business models and consumer payment habits in the wake of the COVID-19 lockdown.
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Post COVID-19 economy inspiring increased M&A activity
Dennis Tomaras | July 8, 2020COVID-19 is inspiring a wave of merger and acquisition activity in Australia, according to Dennis Tomaras, a partner in eastern seaboard law firm, Cornwalls.
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Business software industry optimistic about COVID-19 impact: Survey
First 5000 | July 7, 2020While the business software industry has not been immune to the impacts of COVID-19, the majority of its members responded effectively during the pandemic and are optimistic about the future of their businesses, according to a report on the impact of COVID-19.
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Australians concerned about return to pre-pandemic life and economy
First 5000 | July 6, 2020After nearly three months of lockdown, financial risk and feelings of isolation remain the top threats to Australian employees’ mental health, according to the Morneau Shepell June Mental Health Index.
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The CEO’s guide to leading a business through COVID-19
Stephen Barnes | July 3, 2020Three months ago, businesses were focusing on growth and investment. Because of COVID-19, they are now focused on just one thing: survival – through the pandemic and beyond. CEOs are in crisis mode and are having to become crisis managers. Stephen Barnes from Byronvale Advisors explains.
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How working from home is making us more authentic
Darren Woolley | July 2, 2020Stripped of the trappings of the corporate world and reframed through any one of the ubiquitous video conferencing platforms, COVID-19 has created a world where business conversations have become more authentic and human. Darren Woolley of TrinityP3 explains.
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Trust and communication let you ace remote teamwork
Nina Fountain | July 1, 2020Reliable, cohesive teams are built on trust and strong communication. Fast Company warns that uncertainty about accountability in remote work leads to two common problems: managers micromanaging and employees overworking to prove themselves. Nina Foundation from Transformed Teams explains.
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City of Sydney announces plans for post-pandemic recovery
First 5000 | June 30, 2020Better public spaces, support for Sydney’s most vulnerable communities, a revitalised visitor economy and support for business innovation are the focus of the City of Sydney’s post-pandemic recovery plans.