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SCHADS Award Wage Increase Coming This July: What Employers and Workers Need to Know
The annual SCHADS Award wage increase is fast approaching, with updated minimum pay rates expected to take effect from the first f...
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National Reconciliation Week in Social Care: Moving Beyond Awareness to Action
Every year from 27 May to 3 June, Australia observes National Reconciliation Week (NRW) — a time to reflect on our shared history,...
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Community Living Supports (CLS) 2026: What It Means for the Social Care Workforce
The NSW Government’s Community Living Supports (CLS) 2026 program marks one of the most significant shifts in psychosocial support...
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What NSW Portable Long Service Leave Means for Not-for-Profit Employers (and When Your First Payment Is Due)
The introduction of Portable Long Service Leave (PLSL) in NSW is one of the biggest workforce changes the community services secto...
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The Job Market Is Cooling… But That’s Not the Whole Story
The Job Market Is Cooling… But That’s Not the Whole Story The latest SEEK Employment Report (March 2026) confirms what most of us...
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What Makes a Great Leader in Social Care?
In the Social Care sector, leadership isn’t just about managing teams - it’s about shaping outcomes for vulnerable individuals, su...
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Partnering with a Specialist Social Care Recruitment Agency: How to Get the Best Value for Money
In today’s social care landscape, finding the right talent isn’t just difficult — it’s critical. Staffing shortages, increasing re...
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Day in the life of a recruiter (the unglamorous version) 👇
Day in the life of a recruiter (the unglamorous version) 👇
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Why Lived Experience Workers Will Soon Make Up 50% of Mental Health & Psychosocial Teams
The mental health and psychosocial support sector is undergoing a profound shift - one that is redefining what “qualified” truly m...
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Celebrating International Women’s Day: Honouring the Women Who Care
Every year on March 8, the world comes together to celebrate International Women's Day (IWD) - a day dedicated to recognising the ...
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How to Write a Resume for Social Care Jobs in Australia
If you are applying for social care jobs in Australia, your resume needs to do more than list responsibilities. It must clearly de...
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SCHADS Award Review 2026: What the Gender Undervaluation Case Means for Social Care
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) is conducting a major, multi-year review into gender-based undervaluation across key Modern Awards ...
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