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Generational Change

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 28th September 2015 -  A passion to see his children reach their full potential as Aboriginal Australians is what drives Jeremy ‘Yongurra’ Donovan to push for change. The CEO of GenerationOne is this week’s Changemaker.

Government Resurrects Four Week Wait for Welfare

Xavier Smerdon, Wednesday, 16th September 2015 -  The Federal Government led by Malcolm Turnbull has reintroduced legislation into Parliament that would see young people refused income support for four weeks, just one week after the same measures were voted voted down in the Senate.

NFP CEO Steps Down

Ellie Cooper, Monday, 14th September 2015 -  The CEO of Not for Profit, Engineers Without Borders, announced she has stepped down from the top position to lead the organisation’s new pro bono initiative.

Australian Workers Missing the Mark on Asia

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 14th September 2015 -  One third of Australian workers have very little or no ability to effectively interact with people from Asian countries or backgrounds for work purposes, despite seven out of Australia’s top 10 export markets being in Asia, a new report has found.

New Tools for Retrenched Workers

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 7th September 2015 -  The Federal Government has released a set of online resources to help retrenched workers get back on their feet.

Gender Pay Gap – The Never-Ending Story?

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 31st August 2015 -  Australia’s gender pay gap is alive and well, with women needing to work an extra 15 years to retire with the same superannuation balance as men on average, according to the latest figures.

Working Could Help Terminally Ill – Expert

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 31st August 2015 -  Health professionals who encourage people with a life-limiting illness not to return to work may be causing their patients more harm than good, according to a UK expert.

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A Solid Foundation

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 31st August 2015 -  Petra Buchanan is the woman tasked with leading the McGrath Foundation into its second decade, and she is more than prepared for the challenges. Buchanan is this week’s Changemaker. She spoke with Xavier Smerdon.

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A United Approach

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 24th August 2015 -  Doug Taylor has a passion for encouraging Not for Profit organisations to reach their full potential. Taylor is this week’s Changemaker. He spoke to Xavier Smerdon.

Jobseekers with Mental Illness Placed in Driving Seat

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 24th August 2015 -  Mental health experts have welcomed a Government plan to help young people with mental illness find jobs.
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