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IWD 2025: I don't want to be 'resilient'. I want a workplace that doesn't break me
Accenture

IWD 2025: I don't want to be 'resilient'. I want a workplace that doesn't break me

In the tech industry, the celebration of resilience is overshadowing the need for supportive work environments, driving women to leave at alarming rates.

By Kelly Eldridge • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
Australian workers' productivity dips in summer months
Human Capital Management

Australian workers' productivity dips in summer months

A survey reveals 45% of Australian workers experience reduced productivity in summer, as many struggle to fully disconnect from work during holidays.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Australian workers not fully utilising mental health support
Mental Health

Australian workers not fully utilising mental health support

A report by ELMO reveals that 39% of Australian employees are unaware of mental health resources, despite 84% believing they are offered at work.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Australia's new labour law complicates cybersecurity efforts
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australia's new labour law complicates cybersecurity efforts

Australia's new right to disconnect law, targeting burnout reduction, starkly contrasts with rising cyber threats, 45% of which hit outside working hours.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024

Global Stories

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Commvault partners with Cybermindz to support mental health
Cybersecurity

Commvault partners with Cybermindz to support mental health

Commvault has teamed up with Cybermindz.org to tackle mental health issues faced by cybersecurity professionals in Australia and New Zealand, effective from 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
Atlassian study highlights year-end project backlog issues
DevOps

Atlassian study highlights year-end project backlog issues

Atlassian's latest research reveals that 68% of knowledge workers face project backlogs by year-end due to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October
Unified Communications

Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge businesses to adopt comprehensive strategies to combat evolving threats and enhance their security measures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
Security practitioners embrace AI amidst tool distrust
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Security practitioners embrace AI amidst tool distrust

A report by Vectra AI reveals 71% of SOC practitioners fear missing genuine threats among rising security alerts amid growing dissatisfaction with traditional tools.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Automation key to reducing cybersecurity burnout & risks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Automation key to reducing cybersecurity burnout & risks

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month nears, experts highlight automation's potential to reduce IT burnout, enhance governance, and fortify data management amid rising cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Survey reveals UK firms unprepared for 2025 skill demands
Customer Experience

Survey reveals UK firms unprepared for 2025 skill demands

A new survey reveals only 25% of employees have access to crucial new technology, signalling UK companies' unpreparedness for the challenges of 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent
Security Information and Event Management

UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent

UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
UK tech workers expect 20% wage rise to stay in roles
Workplace culture

UK tech workers expect 20% wage rise to stay in roles

UK tech professionals are seeking a 20% pay rise to remain in their jobs, with 49% considering leaving for better compensation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
UK language app users invest time & money but lack confidence
Mobile Apps

UK language app users invest time & money but lack confidence

Research by Wall Street English reveals that UK language app users invest significant time and money yet often lack confidence in their speaking abilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Employment Hero & Clearhead partner for NZ small firms
Gen Z

Employment Hero & Clearhead partner for NZ small firms

Employment Hero has teamed up with Clearhead to deliver affordable mental health support for 10,000 small businesses in New Zealand, addressing rising worker stress.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
Burnout rises to 61% in NZ as financial stress impacts workers
Mental Health

Burnout rises to 61% in NZ as financial stress impacts workers

A new report reveals that 61% of New Zealand employees experience burnout, with financial stress and the rising cost of living cited as key contributors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
Over a third of UK workers engage in 'pretend productivity'
Productivity

Over a third of UK workers engage in 'pretend productivity'

A Workhuman survey reveals 36% of UK employees are faking productivity due to an always-on culture, highlighting the need for better work-life balance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Support lacking for at-risk construction workers
Construction

Support lacking for at-risk construction workers

Targeted support remains urgent for younger, female and LGBTQIA+ construction workers despite a rise in reported good mental health to 85%.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024