Paid parental leave needs an overhaul if governments want us to have ‘one for the country’ Economy & Industry As Australia and New Zealand face the realities of slow growth, or even a decline in population, it’s time to ask if their governments are… Read more
Premium Case studies Reentry to work is a challenge, but sponsors and preparation make it easier. How Victorian public servants are returning after parental leave Friday September 13, 2019 By Shannon Jenkins Case studies No organisation wants to lose talent because it couldn't provide the support and encouragement to foster successful re-entry after parental leave. The Victorian Public Sector… Read more
Victoria strengthens parental leave for public servants Wednesday October 17, 2018 By David Donaldson News The Victorian government will make it easier for public servants to access parental leave, in a move it hopes will help attract and retain talent… Read more
Does paid maternity leave help mothers' health and wellbeing? Tuesday August 22, 2017 By The University of Melbourne Career Advice It has been widely recognised that maternity leave is important to the health of mothers. But what difference does paid maternity leave make? And does… Read more
Paid parental leave changes: public servants worse off Friday December 18, 2015 By David Donaldson Career Advice Like other employees, public servants will still be left worse off under a watering down of the federal government's proposed changes to paid parental leave. Read more
