How Cricket Australia failed on gender equality

You could call me a bit of a cricket tragic. I have been for a long time. I spent Valentine’s Day with my...

Reflections on a Tragedy

I try to maintain a twice weekly yoga practice. And, in our busy life, the best time for me to go to yoga...

6 Things the Abbott Government Should Do

Its been said time and time again, that what gets measured, gets done. We echo the comments of Mike Smith –...

UNESCO Mobile Learning Week – Cherie Blair

Cherie Blair’s inspiring keynote address at UNESCO’s Mobile Learning Week today was a great call to action...

Celebrating Valentine’s Day with small kids

The meaning of Valentine’s Day changes as we age; from the flower given to you by the boy who usually...

When should I start the program?

Whether you’re pregnant, on leave or have returned to work there’s a lot to benefit from doing the Grace Papers...

Can I continue to breastfeed once I’ve returned to work?

Yes, you can absolutely breastfeed at work! Australian law provides that if you wish to continue breastfeeding after...

Is it a good idea to bring my baby into work when I return?

Once we emerge from the baby haze, many of us look forward to sharing our proudest achievement with our colleagues. But...

How should I dress when I tell my manager I am pregnant?

For such an important conversation you might want to think about how you feel and dress. It is central that you feel...

Can I be forced to take my maternity leave at a particular time?

If a pregnant employee wants to work in the 6 weeks before her due date her employer can ask for a medical certificate...

I want to start maternity leave 3 weeks before my baby is due but my employer wants me to start 6 weeks before I’m due, when must it start?

Your period of maternity leave may start up to 6 weeks before the expected date of birth of your child (or earlier if...

Where can I find out more about my legal rights?

The legislation and your entitlements surrounding pregnancy and parental leave can be difficult to navigate. There are...