New Mums Underpaid Then Made Redundant While On Mat Leave

New Mums Underpaid Then Made Redundant While On Mat Leave

There are moments in recruitment conversations that stay with you. Recently, Agency Iceberg spoke with a first-time mum who was clearly overwhelmed. She wasn’t just navigating the already intense transition into motherhood; she was also dealing with the shock of being...
The Rise of the Specialist Recruiter

The Rise of the Specialist Recruiter

The Australian recruitment industry in 2026 looks so very different to even three years ago. Between persistent skills shortages, rapid AI adoption, stronger workplace regulation and changing candidate expectations, recruiters are no longer just talent matchmakers —...
🌶️ HOT TOPIC: Employment Trends We’re Calling for 2026

🌶️ HOT TOPIC: Employment Trends We’re Calling for 2026

If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s this: the world of work doesn’t slow down — it shapeshifts. And while it’s only early doors for 2026, hiring patterns are already giving us clues about what’s coming next. Here’s what we’re seeing (and what...
Level-Jumping Employees

Level-Jumping Employees

When an employee thinks they’re the employer, you have a recipe for ego-mad disaster with a workplace derailment imminent. So, what can a manager do when their newly hired employee starts calling the shots like a boss? During meetings. In front of stakeholders. Firing...