The Rocky Horror Show actor Christie Whelan Browne is suing the theatre company behind the production. Whelan Browne filed documents in the Federal Court this week against Oldfield Entertainment, formerly known as GFO Entertainment. She alleges she experienced sexual harassment…
Sexual harassment continues to be unacceptably common, according to the latest survey by the Australian Human Rights Commission. Meanwhile, many workers believe their employer does not do enough to prevent sexual harassment from happening. Sexual harassment still common The 'Time…
Pauline Hanson claims she is too old to sexually harass anyone, and therefore has refused respectful workplace training. The one-hour face-to-face training is mandatory for ministers and their staff, however, it is voluntary for the opposition and backbenchers. Pauline Hanson…
The Western Australian parliamentary mining inquiry continues to hear horrific stories of harassment and abuse. Many of the major mining companies have previously told the inquiry they have sacked dozens of workers for sexual misconduct. The latest is oil and…
Sexual harassment is more common in mining than most other industries, according to the Australian Human Rights Commission. (AHRC). A growing number of companies admit they have a problem, and have pledged to make changes as a result. Meanwhile, the…
Young workers in retail and fast food are more likely to be sexually harassed than those in other industries, according to a survey. Female retail workers under 30 years-old report the most sexual harassment. They make up 46 percent of…
There are unacceptably high levels of sexual harassment and discrimination in Victoria Police, according to a damning new report. The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission conducted the research. It wants the government to give it more powers to…
The Australian Human Rights Commission has revealed the industries rife with sexual harassment. According to a survey conducted by the AHRC, the most complained about industry is information, media and telecommunications. The arts and recreation sectors, in addition to electricity,…
Workplace creeps will face tough new penalties under a new Victorian government plan. The changes to occupational health and safety laws will tackle sexual harassment, discrimination and sexual violence. There are also plans to increase funding for the Victorian Equal…
The Northern Territory government will allow current and former public servants to give evidence to the current sexual harassment inquiry. The Territory government confirmed it will grant temporary waivers of existing non-disclosure agreements. As a result, those who experienced sexual…