Emma Walsh

The Albanese Government has been swift in communicating its intent to shift the dial by increasing the number of paid weeks offered, lifting the eligibility cap, making it more flexible and removing references to primary and secondary carer labels that encourage both parents to participate in taking the leave, but is it enough?  

The Albanese Government has made it clear in revamping the Commonwealth paid parental leave scheme that employers also have a role to play. 

Sick days have changed considerably since the pandemic, with more people working from home and now using them sparingly.

The ACTU has identified reforming paid parental leave as a key strategy for halving the national gender pay gap and the workforce participation gap.

Employers have incredible power to help in ending domestic and family violence, and the opportunity to bring team members together around this essential goal.

Employers need to consider what candidates really want. A new McKinsey report identifies the five talent pools to understand.

Plenty of employers have great flexible work policies, but how many actually push to ensure it’s seen as acceptable?

The cost of living and cases of COVID are rising. Many people are now turning to work from home options to try and make ends meet.

An additional year of education. Pay parental leave reform. Childcare reform. The future could look much brighter for families.

Australia’s 47th Parliament will be on notice to invest in the caring economy and to deliver better outcomes for families, women and children.

Imagine a world where every new parent felt supported in their transition to and from work. Here’s how employers can make it reality.

Our workplaces need to be more family friendly – and employers and the government must be prepared to lead the change head on.