Australia
Half of Australian workers live paycheck to paycheck: ADP Report
Despite employment reaching a record high in 2024, half of Australian workers (50%) are living paycheck to paycheck, according to ADP Research’s People at Work 2025 report. The study, which surveyed nearly 38,000 workers across 34 markets, uncovers stark regional disparities and generational divides in the global workforce’s financial resilience. The findings reveal a complex financial picture,…
Galcon Contractors Helps Improve Access Across Melbourne Schools with Smart, Practical Upgrades
Melbourne-based Galcon Contractors was commissioned by the Department of Education to deliver concrete paths and compliant access ramps across multiple schools during holiday periods, improving safety, accessibility, and movement while minimising disruption. Across Melbourne, schools are quietly improving how students and staff move through their grounds — with new access paths and ramps helping bring…
New telco rules to assist most vulnerable only weeks away
ACCAN has today welcomed the announcement from Minister for Communications Anika Wells that the Telecommunications (Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Consumer Protections) Industry Standard 2025 has been finalised and will come into effect on 1 July 2025 as a crucial milestone for Australians experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence.This outcome follows sustained advocacy from ACCAN…
UNSW Sydney achieves electrification milestone
UNSW leads the way for Australian universities, transitioning to renewable electric energy across all Sydney residential colleges. The replacement of outdated gas systems is a key milestone as the University strides toward its net zero emissions goal. UNSW Sydney has ditched gas and adopted clean, renewable electric power for all student accommodation sites, kitchens, childcare, sports and…
Telstra emergency service outage ‘a near-miss’ – with lessons to be learnt
Peak communications consumer body ACCAN has expressed concern following today’s news that Telstra has been fined for failing to maintain access for more than 12 hours to the 106 emergency call service used by Australians with hearing and speech impairments.This represents a critical failure in Telstra’s duty as the nation’s designated emergency service call provider…
What Can $50 Do? Aussie Creators Take the SHEIN Home Makeover Challenge
As part of SHEIN’s latest Home & Living initiative, creators across the country have taken on the $50 Makeover Challenge, to revamp everything from coffee tables to kids’ bedrooms. The results? Stylish, delightfully personal, and proof that great design doesn’t need a big budget. From cosy lounge room updates to playful nursery corners and Pinterest-worthy dining moments,…
Breast Cancer Network Australia calls on governments to ensure all Australian women receive essential breast density information to improve early diagnosis and save lives
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) has welcomed the release of BreastScreen Australia’s new Position Statement on Mammographic (Breast) Density and Screening as a significant step forward for transparency and empowering women to understand their breast cancer risk. The updated national statement recommends that all women screened through BreastScreen Australia be informed in writing of their…
Spain Named Top TEFL Destination for 2025; Leading Providers Announced!
May 30, 2025 — Spain has been officially recognized as the premier destination for Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) in 2025, drawing aspiring educators from around the globe with its lively culture, high demand for English teachers, and competitive job market. As the TEFL industry continues to expand, three course providers have distinguished…
Smartsheet Unveils Smartsheet Regions Australia
Australia-hosted instance of Smartsheet strengthens company’s presence APJ and supports customers’ data privacy compliance requirements Smartsheet, the AI-powered, enterprise-grade work management platform, today unveiled Smartsheet Regions Australia, a new data residency option that empowers customers to control data hosting and supports compliance with local privacy laws such as the Australian Privacy Act and EU General Data…
La Trobe University’s cutting-edge energy solutions address its net zero mission
Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has partnered with La Trobe University to support its journey to achieve its net zero emissions target as early as 2029. As part of the La Trobe solar farm project, the university has tapped Schneider Electric for innovative technology to ensure reliable power for…