Australian Female Entrepreneurs

\'To get my first job in advertising I placed two ads. The first used all of David Ogilvy’s techniques, and no one replied, and then in desperation I did a wilder ad...\'

Airbnb started out as a blow-up mattress on the floor, Facebook started up in a college dorm room and Google was born in a garage. We put a spotlight on the wonderful world of start-ups, and show you how to kick-start your own entrepreneurial dream.

Got a big idea and want to turn it into a reality? Are you a natural leader and self-starter? Do you hate the idea of working below someone else? Then you're just the type of person who needs to be their own boss!

From being the youngest ever GM at Bobbi Brown & Origins in Australia to starting an online publishing brand that's a daily destination for 30k+ women, Bahar is a true inspiration to many young entrepreneurs.

\'Do something you\'re really passionate about. You\'re going to need to invest energy and time into it, so make it something you really enjoy.\'

An 80-hour week is pretty standard in Kate\'s world. She\'s the owner of Bondi Vet Hospital, a media vet, founder of online gifting website, Thankly, as well as Director of pet biotechnology company, Cannpal. Read how she juggles it all...

‘I am passionate about teaching people not so much how to cook but how to eat, how to plan a menu for the week, how to stock up their pantry, how to use seasonal produce.\'

Save money, make money and share stuff. From home cooked meals to designer heels and gardening tools, these 12 sharing economy apps have got you covered!

The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is a national framework that aims to protect and ensure the quality of Australian education. The AQF allows students to start studying at any level that suits their skills and knowledge.

Australians are stressed, overworked and reluctant to take holidays, according to the latest Australian Work Life Index (AWALI) report.

The federal government released information yesterday announcing its support for a new project to provide full-time employment for Indigenous Australians.

A recent survey has revealed that Australians are busy social networkers, with more than 70 per cent of Australian workers engaging in social media.

A recent report has shown that Australian employees have the least flexible work arrangements in the Asia Pacific, but are organisations starting to limber up?

With redundancies on the rise due to the global financial crisis, nearly half of Australians say they would take a voluntary redundancy if the price is right.

The majority of Australian employers are anticipating growth in the coming years and are planning to develop their talent, according to the latest Future of Talent Management report by HR firm Mercer.

The Australian job market is in full recovery mode, with the total number of advertised jobs rising by 19.1 per cent in February – the biggest monthly jump in job ad numbers in 11 years.

One third of Australian workers are planning to change jobs, according to a recent Hay Group survey.

Many of us have been shown a fuzzy black and white photograph from our days in the womb, but did you know that the ultrasound is yet another example of enterprising Australian engineering?

Almost 200,000 people worldwide now enjoy the sense of hearing thanks to this amazing feat of Australian engineering.

Australians work the longest hours in the developed world, with an average of 1855 hours at work each year, which is 200 hours more than employees in other countries, according to a study by the Australia Institute.

Fair Work Australia, the national workplace relations tribunal, has found that hundreds of thousands of social and community service workers in the non-government sector have suffered from significant underpayment, as well as gender discrimination.

Many tourists, students and migrants are drawn to the diverse and welcoming culture of Australia – a product of a rich, multicultural society. In order to adapt to this diverse society, you will need to be aware of some of the social values and customs.

The Howard Government\'s controversial WorkChoices has been declared dead and buried by Labor who have replaced it with their Fair Work Bill.

\'To wear the baggy green and represent Australia is a huge honour and, as a cricketer, there is no better feeling.\'

Be inspired by Lyn\'s story, who describes herself as a born humanitarian and always looks for ways to support and encourage others.

According to the 2013 Kelly Career Development and Upskilling report, employees are becoming increasingly proactive in self-managing their careers and professional development.

‘I have always been passionate about creating tribes of women, communities of like-minded people.’

A snapshot of nationwide skill shortages reveals how recruitment experiences vary from state-to-state across key areas such as filled vacancies, number of suitable applicants per vacancy and overall state of the skilled labour market.

We\'ve all heard of the \"black box\", but did you know that the flight data recorder was an Aussie engineering innovation?

The dual-flush toilet saves up to 67 per cent water per flush. And it was invented right here in Australia!

Computer and smartphone users everywhere are singing their praises for this popular and increasingly ubiquitous piece of engineering technology.

Not sure what level of qualification is right for you? Or even when you can start studying it? We’ve done the groundwork for you so you can get on course faster.

The glass ceiling is still present in Australian companies, with a new report showing the number of women in executive positions is in sharp decline.

It may be 2014 but there is still a significant gender gap in the job market. Julia takes a look at the industries that are the worst offenders.

Some industries are, and always have been, dominated by men. But it\'s time that women stopped limiting their options and got in on the action. If you\'re a woman, here are some careers where you can forge a new path.

In an effort to improve opportunities for women in leadership roles in the Royal Australian Navy, the Australian Government is expanding its Navy Women’s Leadership Program in 2010.

It may be the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day, but Australian Bureau of Statistics figures show that women still earn only 84 per cent of what men earn – and women working part time get an even smaller percentage.

Aspiring student entrepreneurs are being offered an exciting opportunity to kick-start their careers with The CPA Big Break Project 2012.

The old-fashioned image of librarians as bespectacled, fusty old women in cardigans bears no resemblance to the librarian of the twenty-first century. Today’s librarians are young and old, male and female, IT savvy, and people oriented.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has published estimates of the return on investment (ROI) for university bachelor degrees – and the news is good for uni graduates.

Graduate Careers Australia’s annual Australian Graduate Survey results were released last night with good news for student satisfaction, Western Australians and health graduates. Read on for a run down.

\'Have an open mind and accept the Australian culture and nature. Then you can enjoy the relaxed, friendly, natural lifestyle.\'

Working in Australia can be a great way to improve your English skills, meet new people and experience Australian culture. If you are interested in working in Australia, make sure you find a visa that best suits your situation.

\'I\'d been living in Turkey for a number of years and, as an Australian, it was inevitable that I ended up working with Australians coming over to Gallipoli for Anzac day.\'

Australian employment policy initiatives have helped to minimise job losses during the global financial crisis, as outlined in a report on global labour markets by the International Labour Organisation (ILO).

If you have just finished school, are re-entering the workforce or simply want to change careers – have you considered applying for an Australian apprenticeship?

Australia is a popular destination for international students because of its location and the variety of courses and qualifications an Australian education offers, as well as its cultural diversity.

With controversy and debate circling above the federal government’s resources super profits tax proposal, Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd met with senior mining figures yesterday morning in Perth to discuss the new tax and its conditions.

Australian universities are facing a time of unprecedented change due to cultural and technological shifts and the introduction of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). Marni Williams asks: is this the end of the university as we know it?

After a dire week for Australian employment, a glimmer of hope from retail giant Woolworths who have announced the creation of an extra 7000 jobs this year.

The Australian Sports Commission has granted ten sporting organisations grants worth $5.5 million giving a boost to some of Australia\'s elite athletes.Swimming Australia will be the biggest beneficiary receiving a $1.7 million grant to help finance its

It’s the day that gets Australian workers out of the office and into the pub. No, not Friday, it’s Melbourne Cup Day.

Didn’t get the grades you needed to get into your course? Are you an employee wanting to study but can’t get time off work? Or are you living internationally and looking to study for an Australian degree?

The Australian government has made a commitment to boosting renewable energy by funding two initiatives to develop renewable energy generation and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Fruit-picking is the backpacker’s rite of passage. It’s hard, sweaty work and is not highly paid, but under the right circumstances it can be a fun and quintessential part of the Australian working holiday experience.

The University of Melbourne has introduced a new medical program offering 60 full fee-paying places in its four-year postgraduate Doctor of Medicine program, causing outrage from the Australian Medical Students’ Association (AMSA).

Australian aged care workers have lodged a claim for a 60 per cent pay increase – a rise that would add up to $10 an hour to the hourly wage.

The Australian mining industry is currently one of the most dynamic industries in the world.

One of the main questions on everyone’s mind is: what degree will get me a job, and a job that pays well? We compiled the top 10 study areas according to the latest Australian Graduate Survey. Find out where the jobs and money are!

It’s Australian Engineering Week from 5-11 August 2013, with engineering-related events, site tours and activities nation-wide. Here\'s a guide to some of the career options Engineers Australia is highlighting as part of this week.

Two years ago the Australian property sector was booming. Whether it was in commercial, residential, funds management or development, big bucks were being made and times were good.

All workers retrenched during the economic downturn will now be eligible for government-subsidised training, under an agreement that will be announced at today’s Council of Australian Governments (COAG) meeting in Darwin.

Infrastructure and resource-related construction is expected to drive growth in the building sector throughout 2010 and 2011, according to the latest Australian Industry Group/Australian Constructors Association Construction Outlook survey.

\'Australian food is too full of oil! There are no spicy foods in Australia, which was hard to adapt to. And Vegemite? It’s not food at all!\'

The Australian government has decided not to proceed with the cap on tax deductions for self-education expenses - and that spells good news for those seeking ongoing professional development and training.

Everything you need to know about the Australian government's HECS-HELP loan scheme.

Nominations for the 2018 HESTA Australian Nursing Awards have opened, with communities asked to shine the spotlight on Australia’s most over-worked and under-rated worker: the nurse.

The Australian Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, has a plan to help the employment sector weather the financial storm: halt pay rises.

A highly skilled and adaptable workforce will ensure that Australia remains globally competitive, according to a new report released by the Australian Workforce and Productivity Agency.

\'The hampers help make sure that Australian children do not miss out on the little joys that make Christmas day special\'

The turmoil on Wall Street has heavily impacted mortgage repayments and petrol prices, and now the financial crisis is hitting Australian employment. The economic slowdown is expected to put pressure on the jobs market with the Reserve Bank predicting a j

Many of the one million Australians living and working overseas are professionals who have packed up their extensive skills and taken them abroad gaining invaluable career and life experience.

Australian schools are being adopted by an unlikely parent. Not by Madonna or Brangelina, but by the Transport and Logistics industry.

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show that 100 000 new jobs have been created in the last three months.

Skills shortages are posing real problems for businesses when it comes to production and service delivery and are set to intensify, according to a recent report from the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group).

The NSW Cancer Council is urging Australian employers to create supportive work environments for those battling against cancer, as more of the working population is expected to be diagnosed over the next decade.

Channel 9\'s popular renovation series, The Block Sky High, has wrapped up for the season, with South Australian twins, Alisa and Lysandra, taking out line honours.

Everything you need to know about the Australian government\'s FEE-HELP loan scheme.

Nowadays over 70 per cent of large Australian firms use psychometric testing as part of their recruitment process.

All Australian workplaces need to adhere to Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) standards to avoid workplace illness and injury. Good OH&S not only improves safety in the workplace but also increases morale and productivity.

\'We can make some wonderful patterns for women in Australia because we know that there are clients here who will buy them. Australian women are lots of fun and very adventurous with their fashion.\'

It can be safely said that the key to your dream government job is your selection criteria statement. Selection criteria are central when applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service and state, territory and local governments.

If you are one of the over nine million Australians or 500 million people worldwide who use Facebook, you probably use the social networking site to keep up with your friends, write on each other’s walls and view each other’s photos.

Australians have a colourful way with language and are notorious for abbreviating words and creating new phrases and expressions. Many of them have become a part of the everyday language. Here are a few you may hear when you make your way Down Under.

There\'s a hidden danger threatening your career, and it\'s not what you\'d expect. Molly finds out what the latest Career FAQs poll has revealed about why so many Australians are calling it quits.

With the largest workforce in the country and growth in mining halved, where will the jobs lie for New South Wales? The Jobs Australia 2014 report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics predicts the fastest-growing industries to 2018.

Australians are good at lots of things. We are world class when it comes to relaxed attitudes, VB drinking and swanning around the beach at Christmas time. But networking is a lost art on Aussie shores.

With Celebrity MasterChef set to hit our television screens next week, reality TV fans, foodies and ordinary Australians are eager to see how a politician, news anchor, beauty queen, journalist and fashion designer handle the heat in the kitchen.

More Australians are looking for new jobs, or thinking about looking for new jobs than ever, according to a new survey.

Didn’t go to uni? Don’t have a degree? Don’t let that hold you back. Vivien takes a closer look at 10 career paths that will have you swimming in dough, not drowning in HECS debt.

Women with sales experience take note: the car sales and services sector wants you.

\'The stroke of the pen to a piece of legislation can affect peoples lives for the better or, sometimes, for the worse.\'

The road to the Lodge has sometimes been a rocky one, as recent events have demonstrated. The path can be arduous and is not for the faint-hearted.

Explaining and interpreting offending behaviour for the criminal justice system is what Bradley\'s role is all about. Read standout moments in his career and tips for anyone wanting to get into the field.

Like a tall, dark and handsome stranger, engineering is often considered the mysterious outsider in the room full of Average Joes.

Whether you're in between jobs, looking for a side hustle, on maternity leave or want to make an entire career out of freelancing, we've got top tips to ensure you succeed as a freelancer.

The ‘mad scientist’ archetype has long fuelled wild misconceptions about what goes on behind closed laboratory doors. We put some of the most common industry myths under the microscope, to help you decide whether a career in science is right for you.

The Deloitte Millennial Survey is out and the message is clear: business is below expectations when it comes to social impact. We speak to some social enterprisers who are successfully driving profits with purpose.

As Australia\'s largest employing industry, healthcare offers a tonne of jobs and is a smart career move. But what\'s the best job for you? From wage comparisons to job openings, we\'ve compiled an overview of the healthcare sector to give you all the facts.

Is our future going to be Jetsons-like with attentive and charming Rosies, or are we headed down a dark Blade Runner-esque path where androids revolt and rebel?