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Ephram’s back!

Yes, the man whose comebacks rival those of John Farnham has returned to public life.
Former Collar Group founder and CEO, Ephram Stephenson, announced his comeback via his first LinkedIn post since November 2024, late on Friday afternoon.

In what is believed to be the first public legal test of Australia’s Right to Disconnect legislation, a Queensland primary school teacher is pursuing nearly $800,000 in compensation after being dismissed for failing to respond to misconduct allegations during school holidays, while on stress leave.

A recently published list on Coder Magazine’s Substack — “The Top 100 Most Influential People in Recruitment” – has generated…

As Australia ages, its workforce should be getting wiser. Instead, we’re watching experienced professionals quietly disappear from the industries built on communication, culture, and connection. Marketing. Media. Advertising.

Australia’s recruitment industry is on a strong growth trajectory, driven by demand for skilled talent, shifting workforce preferences, and technology-led hiring innovations.

esterday I had reason to reach for Tony Hall’s excellent book, First Interview.

Published in 2000, the book features twenty-two of the most prominent and successful recruitment agency owners and leaders of that era.

Almost all of them are now retired and, sadly, a handful are no longer with us.

People often throw around the phrase “Put yourself in someone else’s shoes.” Lovely sentiment. But in recruitment, it needs to be more than just a LinkedIn platitude next to a photo of someone high-fiving a dog. It needs to be the baseline.

Global recruitment network NPAworldwide announces a fresh brand identity to better align with its expanding mission and commitment to collaboration.…

Welcome to this week’s written overview of the Recruitment News Australia podcast with Ross Clennett & Adele Last, where they bring recruiters the latest industry updates, trends, and insights to help you stay ahead in the ever-evolving recruitment landscape.

Japan has historically been known for its demanding work culture, characterised by long hours and rigid schedules.

La Trobe University is set to backpay a staggering $10.77 million to over 6,700 staff members after admitting to widespread underpayment of casual academics and professional staff.

The latest findings from Jobs and Skills Australia’s Recruitment Experiences and Outlook Survey (REOS) indicate a significant rise in recruitment activity across the country.

The Australian Government has announced a significant reform in the 2025–26 Federal Budget: the proposed ban on non-compete clauses for employees earning less than the high-income threshold, currently set at $175,000 per year.

According to Fetch Recruitment’s website, Linkedin and a few other sources Fetch Recruitment are going forward with the acquisition of…

The recruitment industry is a competitive and challenging landscape, one where agencies constantly seek new clients and candidates to drive growth. Yet, one question seems to persist: Why don’t recruiters do enough business development (BD)?

The recruitment landscape is constantly evolving, and a new phenomenon is making waves across Australia—‘career catfishing.’ This trend, identified in…

A recent debate on LinkedIn has brought to light a contentious issue in the recruitment industry: Who “owns” a candidate…

The Recruiter’s Double Trouble Why Do Employers Do This? The Recruiter’s Fallout Spotting the Red Flags Early How to Handle…

SEEK.com.au has long been a dominant force in Australia’s recruitment industry, connecting job seekers with employers across various sectors. However,…

For years, Shortlist has been the go-to source for recruitment professionals across Australia. Whether it was breaking industry news, in-depth…