Sexual harassment claims by non-stereotypical women less likely to be taken seriously: Research
Women who do not fit typical “feminine” stereotypes are less likely to be taken seriously if they claim they were sexually harassed.
Workplace relationships not unlawful, but difficult if there’s a power imbalance
A Four Corners investigation into the inappropriate actions of two federal government ministers has turned the spotlight back on personal relationships at work.
How Tasmanian Women in Agriculture is taking on harassment and bullying in rural workplaces
When a 2018 national survey found that 93% of women working in agriculture have been sexually harassed in some form.
A spike in incidents: What makes Zoom meetings and virtual workplaces so ripe for harassment?
This year has seen an 87% increase in adult cyber abuse and harassment reports in Australia, compared to the 2019 monthly average.
From farmers and gas to aged care and most women, here are last night’s budget’s winners and losers
Farmers, gas and mental health are the winners of last night's budget, while losers include aged care, most women and social housing.
After an employee’s “vile” Tinder messages were circulated online, this boss took swift action
A man has lost his job after he allegedly sent vile and sexist messages to a woman who rejected his advances on popular dating app Tinder.
From “a distraction” to an “unbecoming matter”: The language corporates use to talk about sexual harassment
Weasel words and verbal gymnastics is the go-to response when a big company is faced with sexual harassment allegations.
Male Champions of Change release new guidance on sexual harassment. Now we need a commitment to change
Male Champions of Change's members have signed a new guidance report calling for sexual harassment to be treated as a workplace OH&S issue.
Boe Pahari scandal shows businesses’ days of paying lip service to sexual harassment are over
Even within conservative political circles, there is real distaste now for corporate tolerance of sexual harassment.
Backlash over AMP Capital’s new CEO should sound a warning bell for all business leaders
The promotion of an AMP executive who sexually harassed a female subordinate has sparked outrage among staff and clients.
“Hashtag me too”: Leigh Sales calls out Phil Newman for unwanted on-stage kiss
Leigh Sales was hosting a charity event when a prominent, retired businessman kissed her on the lips in front of a large crowd.
Broken glasses, chairs and bones: Five ways to avoid a disastrous Christmas party
Getting your team and business through the festive season ‘unscathed’ takes a deliberate approach, so here are some tried-and-tested strategies.
