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Representing all of Australia: Why cultural diversity in the workplace is so important

As a diverse, multicultural country, Australia comprises of people from all different backgrounds. But do our workplaces reflect this? As a government-funded entity, the public service must reflect the Australian community. The Public Service Act (1999) requires that the public service reflects the diversity of the Australian population. Therefore, the Australian Public Service constantly tries to improve its cultural diversity, …

Bridging divides: How to manage generational divides at work

It’s increasingly common for multiple generations to work together. Over half of the businesses surveyed in the UK, US, Canada, Germany, and Australia employed three or more generations. However, this is not without its challenges. So, how can different generations work well together? Thanks to the ABC, Indeed, and The Mandarin, we provide tips on how different generations can work …

Creating a level playing field for all: What are reasonable adjustments and how do you request them?

Everyone agrees that those with a disability should be able to access the same opportunities as others whenever possible. In recent years, the public service has been actively trying to increase the number of people with disability it recruits so it can best represent Australia’s diversity. However, there’s no doubt that those with a disability experience significant barriers to securing …