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Blackbird IT earns Great Place to Work certification after survey

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Blackbird IT has earned Great Place to Work certification, with 88% of employees rating it highly, surpassing Australia's 60% national average.
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Australian firms embrace AI in hiring, face compliance challenges

Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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Nearly 30% of Australian firms use AI in hiring, but many face compliance and fairness challenges, with over a quarter abandoning tools over such issues.
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‘Earn As You Learn’ scheme expands to tackle skills crisis

Mon, 20th Oct 2025
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New Zealand’s ‘Earn As You Learn’ scheme, boosting skills and retention, expands nationally after a Waikato pilot showed 90% completion in manufacturing training.
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Nine in ten firms now measure outcomes of recognition schemes

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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Research shows 90% of firms now measure outcomes of employee recognition schemes, boosting engagement and productivity despite budget limits.
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A fifth of UK workers content to stay put, shunning promotions

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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Nearly one fifth of UK workers are content in their current roles and not seeking promotions, prioritising job satisfaction over career advancement, new research shows.
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Australian workers face mounting burnout as mental distress rises

Tue, 14th Oct 2025
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Almost 59% of Australian employees report work-related mental distress, amid rising burnout and calls for improved workplace wellbeing measures.
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Thai firms reshape offices to boost hybrid work & wellbeing

Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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Thai firms are redesigning offices with wellness, technology and inclusive spaces to support hybrid work and attract top talent amid evolving workplace trends.
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Repetitive tasks cost UK finance GBP £179 billion & harm morale

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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Repetitive tasks in UK finance departments cost businesses GBP £179 billion annually, harming productivity and driving 74% of workers to consider quitting.
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From rosters to retention: How smarter scheduling can tackle skills shortages in logistics and manufacturing

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Smarter digital rostering in manufacturing and logistics is easing skills shortages by boosting worker flexibility, morale and retention amid tight labour markets.
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How AI can help you cut staff churn in the contact centre in 2026

Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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AI can help slash contact centre staff turnover in 2026 by boosting agent engagement, cutting routine tasks, and enhancing job satisfaction with smart tools.
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Best workplaces in New Zealand revealed, highlighting culture & AI

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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New Zealand’s top 20 workplaces for 2025, including realestate.co.nz and Cisco, showcase how strong cultures drive innovation and AI readiness.
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Remote launches AI surveys, global payroll & mobility tools

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Remote launches AI-powered Surveys and tools for global payroll, HR automations and mobility, helping firms streamline workforce management worldwide.
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Cutting through the noise: Hire like a hero in a crowded market

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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AI-powered smart matching tech is helping SMEs hire faster and fairer, focusing on skills over CVs to tackle talent shortages and rising recruitment costs.
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UK firms face skills gap threat as AI ambitions outpace expertise

Tue, 9th Sep 2025
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A skills shortage in AI is hindering UK firms' ability to scale projects and achieve ROI, with 36% citing lack of expertise as their biggest barrier.
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Ecommpay drives inclusion with support for Disability Confident scheme

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Ecommpay partners with EdenChase to offer free sessions supporting eCommerce firms in joining the UK’s Disability Confident Scheme for inclusive hiring.
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Fewer managers after layoffs threaten trust & employee support

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Layoffs reducing middle managers risk harming employee trust, communication, and career support, with 38% finding managers less accessible, says new survey.
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Geotab & Healthy Heads partner to boost mental health in transport

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Geotab partners with Healthy Heads to enhance mental health and safety support for Australia’s transport and logistics workers through data-driven initiatives.
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HR leaders urged to prioritise accurate data in 2025

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Accurate HR data is vital in 2025, helping teams avoid costly errors and make confident decisions with reliable, integrated systems.
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UK public sector shifts to office work, raising staff concerns

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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More UK public sector bodies are mandating office work, with 51% fully office-based in 2025, sparking concerns over recruitment and staff retention.
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Her Tech Circle launches AUD $4,000 scholarships for regional women

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Her Tech Circle launches AUD $4,000 scholarships to support regional and migrant women in tech, addressing Australia's projected 186,000 tech worker shortfall by 2030.