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Workplace MattersPremiumNo quick fix in Rio Tinto’s sexism fight

Rio’s chief executive has apologised after a new workplace behaviour report found bullying had got worse and counts of sexual assault had increased, despite best efforts to overhaul the miner’s culture.

Simone Grogan and Caitlyn Rintoul

MiningCommentsPremiumIs a male backlash thwarting change for women at Rio?

Rio’s efforts to fix culture issues in the past two years have left some men feeling ‘undervalued or overlooked’ against their women peers, and of the belief that there is reverse discrimination at play.

Simone Grogan and Caitlyn Rintoul

Mining CommentsPremium‘You keep your mouth shut’: Rio still has a culture problem

A review into global miner Rio Tinto’s workplace culture has found a disturbing battle of the sexes emerging as it struggles to make progress on a raft of changes.

Caitlyn Rintoul and Simone Grogan

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More Indigenous leadership in business is common sense

We need greater First Nations leadership across executive leadership ranks everywhere – and not just because it means fulfilment of Reconciliation Action Plans.

Gary Martin

LeadershipPremiumOpening doors, ending bias to bolster Indigenous leadership

For Indigenous executives in business, often the first challenge is pushing through old prejudices.

Neale Prior

The NightlyIdentity of man killed in shocking turbine tragedy revealed

A worker killed by a turbine blade at a wind farm has been remembered as a ‘top fella’ and ‘beloved friend’ who always had time for others.

Bryce Luff

Workplace MattersPremiumThe women gunning for top honours in WA mining

Ambitious young women forging their way up the ranks of WA’s powerhouse mining sector have been given a nod for their contributions to diversity by the Chamber of Minerals and Energy.

Simone Grogan

MiningMinRes board ducks and weaves on ASX disclosure grilling

Mineral Resources claims it had no need to disclose Chris Ellison’s secret dealings through a tax haven company last month — despite the board gaining a full briefing on the scandal in May.

Neale Prior

Workplace MattersPremiumWorkplaces aren't tracking scourge of sexual harassment

Almost all Australian workplaces have formal sexual harassment and discrimination policies, but more than one in four aren't monitoring incidents.

Callum Godde

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
AWU to push harder against silica dust in mining

Australia’s largest union will kick-start a fight against a safety loophole in the mining industry when its high-ranking officials convene in Perth this week.

Adrian Rauso

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Gary MartinCommentsPremium
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Why emotional pay cheques are priceless

For many, the lure of a pay rise or bonus is as irresistible as payday itself.

Gary Martin

MiningPremium‘Like nappy rash’: Forrest fronts Iron Bridge dust fears

Andrew Forrest says Fortescue is ‘all over’ silica dust health concerns uncovered by The West Australian and has downplayed the threat posed to his beloved Minderoo Station by Gina Rinehart.

Adrian Rauso

Workplace MattersPremiumMind over matter for resources recruitment

Rio Tinto is hoping a small-scale pilot program hiring interns with Autism Spectrum Disorder will make in-roads in broadening the talent pool needed to meet a skills shortage in the resources industry. 

Simone Grogan

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
FMG mine in WA rocked by dust fears

Activity at Fortescue’s Iron Bridge magnetite mine has been curtailed as safety inspectors train their sights on the troubled $5.9 billion operation.

Adrian Rauso

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The West Australian exclusive
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WA cafes unite to stamp out gender-based violence

More than 30 WA cafes will join forces this month to tackle the issue of workplace sexual harassment one coffee cup at a time. 

Caitlyn Rintoul

ConstructionCommentsPremium‘Just give it a break’ on red tape: Dale Alcock

Building mogul Dale Alcock says the industry needs a freeze on red tape and a big inflow of workers to fight the housing crisis.

Matt Mckenzie

EnergyPremiumFortescue energy chief apologises to staff

Andrew Forrest has leapt to the defence of Fortescue’s gay employees, forcing the company’s green energy boss — an evangelical Christian — to apologise.  

Adrian Rauso

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Gary MartinCommentsPremium
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Mini-break may be just what career needs

Micro-retirement means taking a break before the big break.

Gary Martin

WA NewsPremiumLandscaper killed while working at regional WA motel

A landscaper in his 40s died while undertaking gardening work at a motel in the South West on Wednesday. 

Caitlyn Rintoul

WA NewsPremiumElderly roof plumber revealed as workplace death victim

A worker who died in Perth’s north after falling through the roof of a building has been identified as a 71-year-old roof plumber.

Lauren Price

RemunerationComments160,000 workers were underpaid in 2024

Australia’s Fair Work Ombudsman says employers need to put a higher priority on making sure staff are paid properly, with the bulk of underpayments recouped in the past 12 months coming from big corporates. 

Simone Grogan

InfrastructurePremiumMajor southern port faces strike action

Industrial action is looming at a south coast port after workers from the Australian Maritime Officers Union voted to down tools.

Matt Mckenzie

MiningPremiumWorkSafe charges gold miner and two contractors for deaths

Two mining contractors and Capricorn Metals will be prosecuted by WorkSafe for two deaths on WA mine sites that occurred within the space of 72 hours.

Adrian Rauso

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Lanna HillComments
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Standing up for yourself at work doesn’t make you a villain

Chances are, no matter what generation you hail from, you’re familiar with the term ‘villain era’. 

Lanna Hill