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some routines not to break if coronavirus means you have to work from home

Written by Paula Brough, Professor and Director, Social & Organisational Psychology Research Unit, Griffith University

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The precautions taken by some employers over the coronavirus mean you may find yourself working from home, some for the first time.

For example, Telstra says it wants any Australian-based office staff who can work from home to do so until the end of the month “at a minimum”. Many other employers are encouraging...

Indigenous businesses are losing millions to fraudulent firms. We need stronger oversight
Over the next five years, the federal government plans to buy more from Indigenous businesses, while cracking down on a pract…
Real wages have gone backwards. Even earning $100,000 isn’t what it used to be
Figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show that over the year to December, wages grew by 3.4%. …
Racing enjoys special treatment under NZ gambling laws. Why?
Kai Schwoerer/Getty ImagesDespite the harm it is known to cause to a significant number of New Zealanders, the gambling indus…
‘I feel I’m making a difference’: how Blak women are working to build safer workplaces
AzmanL/Getty ImagesBlak women make up a growing part of the Australian workforce, with 57% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Is…
55,000 extra social housing homes are being built. But a new study shows that boom still falls short
Thanks to an unprecedented lift in public funding in the 2020s, an extra 55,000 new, good quality homes around Australia will…
A worker was sacked over his side hustle. Here are 5 tips for employees with second gigs
Olia Danilevich/PexelsA recent case before the Fair Work Commission has revealed the limits of being able to work a second jo…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

How to Detect Suspicious Email Patterns and Improve Survey Accuracy
Surveys can be a goldmine for insights. But their value can often be undermined by the presence of counterfeit email addresses, leading to skewed data and unnecessary cost overruns in…
Find the Right Company for Shipping Containers in Central Florida
Shipping containers have a variety of different functions. They can be used to transport pharmaceuticals and other perishable items. Pharmaceuticals must be stored at the right temperature and away from…
Rising reliance on personal income tax signals need for bolder reforms
The Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) has just released a report on trends in Commonwealth taxation receipts. While supporting the expectations of a budget in balance by 2019-20, it exposes worrying…

Leonardo.Ai reveals new brand, expanding its creator-first platform for the next era of generative AI

The company has also launched its developer API to empower creators and builders to integrate AI into their workflows SYDNEY, Australia – 19 Febr...

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

Psychological injury is now one of the most expensive categories of workers compensation claims in Australia, with Safe Work Australia reporting t...

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Australia’s small businesses are powering ahead with optimism, resilience and discipline, however, mounting pressures on costs, wellbeing and cons...

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

financial accountability to how they run cloud and AI, according to leading Australian systems integrator, Brennan. Based on customer insights...

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

UNSW Launches Global Innovation Foundry to Scale 100 Australian Startups Internationally New initiative provides startups and spinouts with direc...

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

A year after wage theft reforms came into effect, Australian businesses have increased their focus on payroll compliance, but confidence in pay accu...

some routines not to break if coronavirus means you have to work from home

Indigenous businesses are losing millions to fraudulent firms. We need stronger oversight

Real wages have gone backwards. Even earning $100,000 isn’t what it used to be

Racing enjoys special treatment under NZ gambling laws. Why?

‘I feel I’m making a difference’: how Blak women are working to build safer workplaces

55,000 extra social housing homes are being built. But a new study shows that boom still falls short

A worker was sacked over his side hustle. Here are 5 tips for employees with second gigs

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

How to Detect Suspicious Email Patterns and Improve Survey Accuracy

Find the Right Company for Shipping Containers in Central Florida

Rising reliance on personal income tax signals need for bolder reforms

Leonardo.Ai reveals new brand, expanding its creator-first platform for the next era of generative AI

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

Navigating the Cosmetic Advertising Crackdown Before September Guidelines Hit

Defining Actionable AI for Australian IT Efficiency and Security