Program to improve the safety of incident responders
26 July, 2024A Victorian trial program for emergency service personnel and others responding to incidents on high-speed roads has led to recommendations for similar initiatives to be rolled out across Australia.
Should you hold personal insurance inside or outside your superannuation fund?
30 May, 2024Personal insurance is a smart way to protect your quality of life and provide for yourself and your family if you get sick or injured.
What factors influence hospital staff retention?
18 April, 2024Rather than applying a 'one-size-fits-all' approach, staff retention efforts need to be tailored to age and profession, suggests a new study.
ANMF initiates work value case
14 February, 2024The ANMF has filed a landmark application with the Fair Work Commission to increase award wages for frontline nurses, midwives and assistants in nursing by up to 35%.
Curbing violence against health workers
16 January, 2024 by Clete Bordeaux*There has been a disturbing surge in violence against healthcare workers and professionals in social assistance roles in recent years.
How health leaders can foster a truly inclusive workplace culture
13 November, 2023 by Lauren Anderson*In an era where diversity and inclusion have rightfully taken centre stage in workplaces around the world, it's alarming to see that many Australian workers still feel the need to hide their true selves at work.
Northern Queensland PHN appoints Sean Rooney as CEO
08 November, 2023Former aged care peak body head Sean Rooney has joined the NQPHN as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Monash-led project aims to improve workers compensation
25 October, 2023The healthcare and social assistance industry is one of the top three industries with the highest rate of serious workers compensation claims (26,240), according to Safe Work Australia.
NSW trials strategies to improve health staff wellbeing
05 July, 2023A consortium surveyed 1300 workers over an 18-month period to better understand whether SMART work design strategies could improve employee wellbeing.
WEHI's Doug Hilton appointed as CSIRO Chief Executive
19 June, 2023A biologist investigating blood cell production and how cells communicate with each other, throughout his period as Director, Hilton has continued an active research program.
How to choose the right health insurance as a single or a couple
14 June, 2023Even if you feel fit, young, and healthy, you should consider choosing health insurance for either yourself or you with your partner as a couple.
Steve Wesselingh appointed as new CEO of NHMRC
07 June, 2023The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has appointed Professor Steve Wesselingh as the next Chief Executive Officer.
Blue Light Card announces exclusive savings to recognise frontline staff
31 May, 2023Blue Light Card is providing exclusive benefits to recognise frontline workers with Fortem for Thank a First Responder Day on 7 June 2023.
WonderWink WonderWORK scrubs
17 May, 2023WonderWink's WonderWORK collection comes in a variety of colours, fits and styles.
Helping healthcare hirers navigate a challenging employment market
04 May, 2023Following record low levels of unemployment in Australia, competition among Healthcare & Medical hirers to attract and retain workers remains strong.
