Mental health worker compensation claims have tripled in the past 20 years, and are forecast to continue rising
Despite the spike, however, getting a compensation payout isn't easy, with scores of claims rejected.
Small businesses struggling with ATO arrears urged to call free debt counselling hotline
Financial counsellors say the free service can help proprietors negotiate debt payment plans with the ATO.
Budget 2022: SME leaders concerned over $8 million tweak in Small Business Ombudsman funding
Small business luminaries fear the move to redirect funding could limit the Small Business Ombudsman's other business support initiatives.
What do small businesses want in this year’s Federal Budget?
The first Labor budget in a decade will be dropped on Tuesday 25 October by the new Treasurer, Jim Chalmers. Amidst an existing economic climate that’s replete with consecutive interest rate rises, mortgage pressure, soaring inflation and a higher cost of living — this will be an important budget for both individuals and small businesses.
Budget 2022: Government commits $15 million to SME mental health support and debt counselling as economic pressures mount
The federal government will commit nearly $15 million in funding to mental health support and debt counselling for small business owners in the upcoming federal budget.
Queensland government unveils $8.76 million mental health support package for small business
The Small Business Wellness Package is for Queensland business owners in the process of starting or currently running their own businesses.
R U OK? Three ways to actually make a difference with your staff
Despite R U OK? being such a simple question, Australians struggle to have this conversation with those around them — especially at work.
Why ignoring mental health can undermine the Jobs and Skills Summit results
There is a direct correlation between mental health and several issues the Jobs and Skills Summit is trying to solve.
Walk the talk: The blueprint Australian business leaders need to tackle our mental health crisis
A new study by Diversity Council Australia shows mental health in Australian workplaces is a tale of two halves: senior executives are finding ways to cope with mental health challenges, while employees in entry level and non-managerial positions are finding it harder.
Employee wellbeing and business success in a hybrid world
For growing businesses like DiviPay, the challenges presented by hybrid work are very much human-centric. Providing holistic employee support within the model — whether through technology or changes to people management — is increasingly important to a successful transition.
To the business owners: The world is uncertain, but you can’t pour from an empty cup
It's okay to pause your business during the constant upheaval at home and around the world, writes Odette Barry, but it's okay to push ahead too.
Small business mental health programs get $6.7 million funding boost
Small business advocates have welcomed the new funding commitments as Australian small business owners enter the third year of the pandemic.
