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Tough ‘gig’ – delivery drivers are now essential but denied the rights of employees

As Australia readjusts to drastic measures announced by the Federal Government to close many businesses for the next few months, food delivery workers have become an essential service to an isolated population. But little thought has been given to this front line workforce, who are putting themselves at risk, without basic employee rights.

It’s time to avoid see-sawing from one disaster to another

Bushfires will continue to challenge our country, putting homes and lives at risk. With the next potential bushfire season only six months away, there are many ways to help minimise some of the danger, and that starts in your home.

Six ways for deep tech firms to improve their chance of success

Game-changing technologies offer huge benefits for society, such as a vaccine for COVID-19, but bringing them to market can be a long and arduous journey. New research suggests ways to overcome the barriers.

Building businesses without wrecking families and communities

Frontier businesses are making money and creating wellbeing at the same time, thanks to a recognition that the two factors are deeply interconnected according to new research. The study worked with 117 leaders from Alaska, India and Norway.

How Australian destinations can bounce back after the bushfires

In the wake of the devastating bushfires, the challenge is not just to replace the burnt-out properties but also to rebuild the businesses and economy these communities rely on, which tourism plays a vital part in.

Corporate scandals: Why good people do bad things – and how to stop them

There’s a long list of corporate scandals that have damaged public trust in respected businesses. Research suggests that corporate wrongdoing is often due to ‘ethical blind spots’ rather than wilful misconduct.

How a woman's 'glam' appearance affects her career

Published on: 12 December 2019

We already know there is more pressure on women than men to look a certain way in many workplaces. Often it involves spending more time getting ready in the morning, and more money on hair, clothes and make-up. It's a gender bias that some women understandably conform to — largely research tell us looking good helps us get ahead at work.

Overtourism and a low carbon future high on agenda for new PhD candidates

Published on: 28 November 2019

After an extensive and competitive process which saw The University of Queensland (UQ) receive 42 applications from around the world, three PhD candidates have now been awarded scholarships to begin research into some of the most pressing issues facing Australia’s ecotourism industry.