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Australian companies are bringing dogs to work with science-backed results: 24% lower risk of early death and stronger workplace connections. New policies show how to balance wellbeing perks with safety and inclusion.
A groundbreaking book reframes gender inequality at work as a structural problem, not a women's problem. Australian researcher Cordelia Fine reveals why current diversity efforts fail and what actually works.
One of Australia's most beloved rock bands is getting back together after four decades apart. Australian Crawl's original members will perform 10 concerts this fall alongside Men At Work and other Aussie music legends.
Four decades after Japan's equal employment law took effect, businesses are building on their progress with stronger protections against workplace harassment. Companies now face new expectations to maintain respectful relationships not just between employees, but with customers and job applicants too.
A simple workplace intervention shows real promise for reducing alcohol consumption. Japanese researchers found that giving employees just one case of nonalcoholic drinks led to measurably lower drinking for up to a month.
Katherine Bennell-Pegg, who became Australia's first qualified astronaut in 2024, has been named Australian of the Year for inspiring a nation to reach for the stars. The space engineer is now encouraging young Australians to embrace science with the same "give it a go" spirit they bring to sports fields.
A Korean Australian farmer in Tasmania is making kimchi with an unlikely Australian ingredient that's winning over locals and helping fermented food take root in regional Australia. Sue Glynn's Weet-Bix kimchi formula is turning heads at workshops while connecting two cultures through food.
West Australian tennis star Talia Gibson crushed her higher-ranked opponent in straight sets at the Australian Open, proving her aggressive style belongs on the world stage. The 24-year-old's journey from match point elimination at Wimbledon to confident first-round victory shows how fast she's rising.
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur is embracing a "selfish" mindset to block out distractions as he enters his ninth Australian Open as the sixth seed. The 26-year-old's fresh approach to managing his energy could be the key to his deepest grand slam run yet.
Storm Hunter returned to the Australian Open after a career-threatening Achilles rupture left her in tears, wondering if she'd ever play singles tennis again. The 31-year-old Australian just won her first-round match, proving that even the most devastating injuries can't stop someone with unfinished business.
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur delivered a commanding performance on home soil, defeating Alexander Bublik in straight sets to reach his second Australian Open quarterfinal. The sixth seed will now face world number one Carlos Alcaraz in front of his home crowd.
Rising Australian tennis star Taylah Preston just turned heads with her biggest career week yet, defeating top seed Emma Raducanu in Hobart and reaching her first tour-level semifinal. The 20-year-old wildcard is proving she belongs on the big stage just as the Australian Open kicks off.
Scientists cracked a genetics puzzle that frustrated cattle ranchers for years, discovering why some hornless cattle kept testing as horned. The breakthrough will help Australian farmers breed safer, naturally hornless herds across the north.
Control might feel like leadership, but it's actually holding teams back from their best work. Workplace culture expert Jessica Kriegel shares a counterintuitive approach that unlocks extraordinary results. --- ##
Two Australian runners just rewrote their country's record books at the Paris Diamond League, with 20-year-old Cameron Myers claiming victory and the fastest 1,500m time in the world this year. Sarah Billings also made history in the women's 800m, proving Australia's middle-distance depth is stronger than ever.
Companies with honest cultures see 20% better financial performance, but only 19% of employees trust their leaders tell the truth. Five practical strategies can help bridge that gap and create workplaces where honesty thrives.
Uganda is becoming one of the first African nations to officially recognize workplace stress, burnout, and harassment as occupational safety issues. This policy shift could protect millions of workers while boosting national productivity.
A world-first inhaled RNA therapy that targets the root cause of lung disease has entered human trials in Australia. The breakthrough could transform treatment for nine million Australians living with chronic lung conditions.
Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz is proving he doesn't need his longtime coach by his side, dominating the Australian Open and reaching his first semifinal. The world number one's powerful performance shows he's ready to chart his own path.
Australian wildflower honey is proving powerful enough to kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria, offering new hope in the fight against one of our biggest health threats. Researchers found that honey from native plants works better than antibiotics in some cases.
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