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Nuclear Institute launches careers conference in Manchester

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Nuclear Institute sets out careers and skills agenda as 500 professionals head to Manchester for first conference.
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SAS marks 50 years with focus on trusted AI growth

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SAS marks 50 years by sharpening its push into trusted AI, as Jim Goodnight says the software group's focus remains on governance and accountability.
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UQ study urges leaders to share cyber risk oversight

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Qld researchers urge boards to treat cyber risk as shared responsibility, saying leadership, culture and staff decisions shape defences.
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Work-life balance trumps pay for construction staff

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Randstad Australia survey finds 52% of construction and engineering staff stay for flexibility, with pay trailing as a retention driver.
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New Sydney Catalyst conference backs MSP peer lessons

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Australian channel groups launch Catalyst in Sydney, a charity-backed conference for MSPs and IT leaders focused on practical peer lessons, not vendor pitches.
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Protectors Edge book applies security lessons to leadership

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Protective intelligence experts launch leadership book for executives facing rising threats and boardroom pressure.
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The growing importance of wellbeing in the workplace

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UK employers put mental health, flexibility and support centre stage as wellbeing moves from perk to business strategy.
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Only 14% of firms have clear AI strategy, study finds

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Only 14% of Global 2000 firms have a clear AI strategy, with research warning many are deploying tools faster than accountability and workforce training.
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Six Degrees rebrands with human-led hiring message

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Six Degrees refreshes its brand with a human-first recruitment message, arguing experienced consultants still matter more than automation in senior hiring.
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Harness ranked No. 24 on Fortune's innovation list

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Harness says its AI tools tackle the post-code bottleneck as it lands No. 24 on Fortune's 2026 innovation list, alongside rapid growth and new funding.
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UK workplace happiness beats US & Germany, study finds

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UK workers score higher on happiness and productivity than US and Germany, as global study says team enjoyment beats workload in driving output.
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Allianz warns of rising workplace burnout in Australia

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Allianz research finds most Australian workers see little help with burnout, as psychological compensation claims climb and staff call for practical changes.
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Litmos flags AI ceiling as skills outpace promotions

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Workers' AI skills are racing ahead, but Litmos says promotions and pay are lagging, creating a new “AI ceiling” in career progression.
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Blackline survey finds safety budgets rise despite gap

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Most safety leaders plan higher budgets but warn culture, trust and behaviour must catch up if spending is to cut injuries at work.
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HCLTech named among world's most ethical companies

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HCLTech has been named among the 2026 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, securing recognition for a third consecutive year.
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ECI Software certified as great place to work in eight countries

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ECI Software wins 2026 Great Place to Work certification across eight countries, as 82% of staff rate it a great workplace.
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Adobe chief Shantanu Narayen to step down amid AI shift

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Adobe boss Shantanu Narayen to step down as chief executive after 18 years, staying on as chair while the group navigates the AI era.
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Kinetic IT names Dean Langenbach as new chief executive

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Kinetic IT appoints Dean Langenbach as chief executive to spearhead AI-driven growth while maintaining its distinctly Australian identity.
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Women engineers gain AI career boost, yet trust lags

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Women engineers say AI is accelerating careers but remain wary of bias and blurred accountability for machine-generated code at work.
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WaveMaker women urge shared support to 'Give to Gain'

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WaveMaker women leaders call for shared support at home and work, saying inclusive cultures help teams 'Give to Gain' and drive innovation.