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Mental Health in the Workplace

Australia Leads in Mental Health Absences, But Support Still Lags Behind

Mental health is no longer a silent issue in Australian workplaces. According to new research from Peninsula Australia, the country has seen the highest global increase in mental health-related absences, with 33% of employers reporting a rise in sickness leave due to mental health challenges over th

Entitlements

What is the Right to Disconnect?

Forming part of the Fair Work Act closing loopholes 2.0 legislation, the right to disconnect came into effect for large businesses in August 2024. For small businesses (fewer than 15 employees) the same right to disconnect law comes into effect on 26 August 2025. The right to disconnect means eli

Sick Leave

The Business Benefits of Free Flu Shots

Starting around April and going through until October, flu season presents a risk to your business continuity and staff wellbeing. To ward off the flu and help employees stay healthy, many businesses choose to offer free flu vaccinations. Flu vaccine. Take the shot Every year, there is a highly

Mental Health in the Workplace

What is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?

An Employee Assistance Program – more broadly known as EAP – is offered by employers to help employees, and often their immediate family members, maintain or improve their mental health and wellbeing. An EAP program is designed to help individuals address a range of personal and work-related issu