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Special Studies Program (SSP) – Applications for 2022 will open later than usual
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New dates will be announced in Staff News and on the SSP webpage in the coming weeks.
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A female focus on finance
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Research shows that women face unique challenges when it comes to money and saving for retirement. It’s a complex issue, impacted by the number of women in part-time work, and taking time out of the workforce to care for children and family.
Retirement considerations
Like any chapter in your life, preparation can go a long way to ensure you're emotionally and financially ready for the road ahead. But where do you start when it comes to retiring?
Reporting of electric shock incidents to the Office of the Technical Regulator
Recent incidents in the University reporting electric shock have involved notification to the Office of the Technical Regulator (OTR) in addition to SafeWork SA .
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Safety alert - unenclosed laser cutters
Online vendors are selling high powered lasers without adequate safety provisions.
Site supervisor receives a conviction and personal fine of $10,000 over serious injury to worker
A site supervisor working for a land development company in WA has been personally fined under the WHS Act for not implementing the company safety procedures.
HSW Handbook chapter update - COVID guiding principles for running an event in 2022
A new appendix has been added to the Events Safety Management information sheet.
HR Service Centre is closed on 9 December 2021 from 2.40pm
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Please note that the HR Service Centre will be closed from 2.40pm today and will re-open at 8.30 am on Friday, 10 December 2021.
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Coping with anxiety as COVID-19 restrictions ease
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The easing of public health restrictions in South Australia on November 23rd, 2021, is a big milestone and something to celebrate.
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Annual Leave loading Payments 2021
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In accordance with clause 4.1.4. of the Enterprise Agreement, leave loading payments will be made to eligible staff on pay day 03 December 2021.