The upcoming review of casual conversion rights presents an opportunity to "streamline" the process and address its "monstrous administrative burden", says RCSA head of advocacy and policy Brooke Lord. read more
An increasing number of recruitment leaders are reporting that burnt-out workers from high-intensity industries are signing up to agencies because it gives them more choice over how and when they work. read more
Immigration is set to be the big issue recruiters will grapple with in the coming months, with widespread ramifications. Meanwhile the burdensome cost to the industry of multiple labour hire licensing schemes is becoming clearer. read more
Labor leader Anthony Albanese has today introduced a 'same job, same pay' bill, which has been slammed as highlighting a "complete lack of understanding about how both the labour hire and broader business community operates". read more
A Parliamentary report on Australia's temporary migration schemes renews prior calls for national labour hire licensing and 'same job, same pay' practices, but largely ignores opportunities to address critical skills issues, industry leaders say. read more
Locked-down recruitment leaders miss the buzz of face-to-face interactions, but are coping through a combination of exercise, cooking and live-streaming some 'vulnerable' moments (including home haircuts). Here, nine leaders share their strategies for managing work, caring for their people and staying sane. read more
The national cabinet decision to reduce international arrivals by 50% for the next six months has been slammed by industry groups, with the move "turning off the tap" of much-needed skills. read more
A resources recruitment specialist has expanded into the digital and technology sector, launching a new "disruptive little sister" brand; meanwhile its CEO has been appointed to RCSA's board of directors. read more