HR Tech Asia Online 2021 drew to a successful conclusion with a closer look at the future of work in South-East Asia.
Changes to the Fair Work Act were passed in March, allowing casual staff the right to convert to permanent employment after 12 months of work.
Day 2 of HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 provided key insights into workforce issues such as employee experience, leadership, and hybrid work.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 concludes with the ASEAN Future of Work conference track, which puts the spotlight on South-East Asia's workforce.
Day 1 of HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 highlighted how HR leaders can help their organisations prepare themselves for the future.
A new report from SumTotal Systems highlights how organisations can take a strategic approach to close skills gaps.
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has called on the government to do more to address the gender gap for women in the workforce.
Three organisations have banded together to launch an initiative to enhance financial literacy and inclusion among young entrepreneurs and SMEs.
Elisa Vincent, VP of Global Talent Enablement, Skillsoft, shares key insights into what it takes to be a successful business leader today.
Taking place from September 21-23, HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 will provide new ideas and key insights to build HR’s roadmap for 2022.
A white paper with "concrete proposals" to tackle issues concerning women will be presented in Parliament in early 2022.
The Childcare Policy Alliance (CPA) has urged the government to reform labour laws to boost the birth rate and retain married women in the workforce.
The proportion of Australians working from home had increased from 8% to 40% over the past two year, according to an official review.
The government has been urged to address gender gaps exacerbated by the pandemic when formulating next year’s budget.
The NGO has called on the government to better align laws and policies in key areas such as maternity leave, as well as cash and medical benefits.
Thousands of Australian healthcare workers risk losing their jobs if they opt not to be vaccinated under new government rules.
Both formal and informal workplaces in the country have been encouraged not to discriminate against women and have inclusive company policies.
Current guidelines states that a class should stop in-person activities if one student tests positive for the COVID-19 virus.
As part of HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021, the ASEAN Future of Work conference track will examine how to create a more inclusive workforce in the region.
Regulators met with Chinese tech giants to discuss efforts to protect the basic rights of gig workers, following new government guidelines.
Taiwan’s Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce (CNAIC) has asked for the minimum wage for 2022 not to be raised.
Unions have lauded the decision to provide payments to workers over 17 years of age if certain conditions are met.
While the debate rages on in many countries if COVID-19 vaccination should be mandatory, all considerations should be people-driven.
The 2022 budget will focus on job and income recovery and provide more targeted assistance to boost socio-economic resilience.
Representatives of 17 national unions have agreed to ask for a US$22.20 increase to the minimum wage for textile, garment and footwear workers for 2022.
Research from Sapient Insights Group highlights emerging trends on HR and workforce planning technology.
With the emergence of the hybrid workforce, organisations have more questions to answer than ever before when it comes to talent management
The issue of recruitment agencies not being able to access governmental wage subsidies is being examined and discussed.
Authorities are looking into the wider use of antigen rapid tests at the workplace and will be establishing further testing guidelines.
