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'Thoughtless offending' blamed for Liberal poll rout

'Thoughtless offending' blamed for Liberal poll rout

The Liberal Party alienated immigrants, young people and women during its calamitous 2025 election campaign, which a review describes as its worst in history.

Workplaces on notice for gender pay gap 'reality check'

Workplaces on notice for gender pay gap 'reality check'

Workplaces on notice for gender pay gap 'reality check'

Workplaces on notice for gender pay gap 'reality check'

The latest data on gender pay gaps in Australian workplaces shows progress is being made, but there is still a long way to go to close the divide.

What controversy? Festival boss Peter Sellars is back

What controversy? Festival boss Peter Sellars is back

What controversy? Festival boss Peter Sellars is back

What controversy? Festival boss Peter Sellars is back

More than two decades since Peter Sellars parted ways with the Adelaide Festival, the lauded director is back - with some thoughts on saying the unsayable.

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Finally: generational shift here for women in science

Finally: generational shift here for women in science

Three generations of women in one Australian family are demonstrating how the gender playing field has levelled in the field of medical science.

ADF sexual abuse class action 'not a test of loyalty'

ADF sexual abuse class action 'not a test of loyalty'

The chief of the Australian Defence Force has reaffirmed his support for serving women to join a class action alleging sexual abuse and harassment.

Work of key women added to vast photography collection

Work of key women added to vast photography collection

One of Australia's biggest photography collections was missing the work of some important women artists but recent acquisitions are helping fix that.

'You can do it all': Opal's pregnancy call ahead of Cup

'You can do it all': Opal's pregnancy call ahead of Cup

Opal Marianna Tolo isn't making comeback plans post-childbirth, despite admitting she could "technically" make a return in time to play in the World Cup.

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Festive season leaves DV responders bracing for impact

Festive season leaves DV responders bracing for impact

Festive season leaves DV responders bracing for impact

Festive season leaves DV responders bracing for impact

Domestic violence services and first responders are preparing for an expected increase in calls for help during the most violent time of the year.

The lack of leave turning many women off their jobs

The lack of leave turning many women off their jobs

The lack of leave turning many women off their jobs

The lack of leave turning many women off their jobs

Many Australian women have quit or considered leaving their jobs during fertility treatment, but some employers are stepping in to stop the workforce exodus.

Little India trip for new leader on journey for votes

Little India trip for new leader on journey for votes

Little India trip for new leader on journey for votes

Little India trip for new leader on journey for votes

The Liberals are working to win back multicultural and suburban voters as the party faces electoral irrelevance at federal and state levels.

'Ready to fight': first-term MP rises to leadership

'Ready to fight': first-term MP rises to leadership

'Ready to fight': first-term MP rises to leadership

'Ready to fight': first-term MP rises to leadership

With the clock ticking down to a pivotal election, the NSW Liberals new leader will must turn around a party stuck in a "dire" situation.

Changemakers, advocates recognised as women of the year

Changemakers, advocates recognised as women of the year

Changemakers, advocates recognised as women of the year

Changemakers, advocates recognised as women of the year

A Bathurst mum, domestic violence advocate and healthcare pioneer are among the winners of the Marie Claire Women of the Year awards.

Top cop eyes 'crime-influencers' amid social media ban

Top cop eyes 'crime-influencers' amid social media ban

Top cop eyes 'crime-influencers' amid social media ban

Top cop eyes 'crime-influencers' amid social media ban

Parents are encouraged to have hard conversations with children about online safety even as a world-first social media ban for Australian kids is set to begin.

Domestic violence leave laws fall short for survivors

Domestic violence leave laws fall short for survivors

Domestic violence leave laws fall short for survivors

Domestic violence leave laws fall short for survivors

Domestic violence leave laws are poorly understood and disconnected from broader systems of support, with many employees missing out on protection.

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Workplaces urged to support employees in menopause

Ahead of World Menopause Day, workplaces are being called on to ensure they have supports and structures in place for employees experiencing menopause symptoms.

'Unique piece': Lynx adds 211cm superstar to squad

The Perth Lynx have signed towering Chinese superstar Han Xu, but coach Ryan Petrik knows there are challenges on the horizon.

Matriarchs key to unlocking Aboriginal community change

Aboriginal women have the answers for their communities, and urge deep listening and genuine partnership from those in power to implement change.

Top cop's retirement march after 40 years of service

Commissioner Reece Kershaw will be farewelled by Australian Federal Police colleagues and dignitaries on his final day before retirement.

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Study identifies three tipping points for women in tech

Women fill one in five highly technical roles in Australia but interventions at three crucial moments in their education and careers could triple that number.

Text leak claims top Liberal as 'women problem' returns

A Liberal heavyweight has quit after his WhatsApp messages about women were leaked ahead of leaders and party faithful gathering for a key meeting.

Society celebrates 100 years of female storytelling

Female novelists, poets, playwrights, essayists and journalists have gathered to celebrate the centenary of the Society of Women Writers.

Huge opportunity in tech despite hurdles for Indigenous

Indigenous people shaping technology's future is a dream that drives one female founder to train and support the next generation of industry stars.

Companies face little accountability on gender equality

Gender balance in leadership across corporate Australia is stalling as analysis finds women hold just 10 per cent of CEO roles in ASX 300 companies.

'Predictor of peace': women backed at conference

Australia's new ambassador for gender equality has headlined a conference of women leaders for practical outcomes over conflict, crisis and climate.

GG lauds diversity and civics as defence for democracy

Governor-General Sam Mostyn has vowed to meet Australians wherever they are as she reflects on her time in the job and the role diversity brings to the nation.

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