Politicians, judges and public servants will be subject to sexual harassment laws like all other Australians. Currently the Sex Discrimination Act does not apply to MPs, judges and state public servants. However, it is unclear what consequences MPs will face…
A three year inquiry has found former Melbourne Lord Mayor Robert Doyle sexually harassed a woman at a 2016 function. The government ordered the investigation following a complaint from the woman in 2018. Robert Doyle sexually harassed woman Charles Scerri…
Sexual harassment is widespread in Parliament house, according to a recent review. One in eight political staffers reported experiencing sexual harassment or assault while working at Parliament House, Nine Newspapers reports. However, more than half said they feared risking their…
Sexual harassment victims could be eligible to claim hundreds of thousands of dollars in compensation, according to employment lawyers. The Federal Circuit Court recently awarded a paralegal $170,000 after her boss subjected her to appalling sexual harassment. The pay out…
The manager credited with discovering singing superstar Lorde has been fired by Warner Music over sexual harassment allegations. Scott Maclachlan admitted to "years of harmful behaviour", following an investigation by New Zealand publication The Stuff and #MeTooNZ. Manager who discovered Lorde…
Ride-share company Uber punishes drivers and passengers who complain about sexual harassment, according to contractors and customers. An Uber driver and an Uber passenger both claim the service cut them off from their app when they complained about inappropriate conduct.…
A leading law firm has imposed strict new rules surrounding the reporting of sexual harassment. The firm has also drawn up tough new guidelines to manage personal relationships at work. Law firm imposes strict reporting requirements Lander & Rogers has…
The impact of sexual harassment can be so severe that it can lead to suicidal behaviour, according to a new study. The team of Swedish researchers responsible for the study say no workplace can be considered safe unless it’s free…
The University of Adelaide received more than 50 reports of sexual assault and sexual harassment since the beginning of 2018. ABC News obtained the figures following the sexual harassment scandal involving former vice Chancellor Peter Rathjen. University of Adelaide reveals number…
Female workers at JB Hi-Fi stores allege a culture of sexual harassment and discrimination from management and customers. They describe a "boys club" work environment that fails to support them. Additionally, they claim the best-paid jobs, such as commission-based sales…