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Profile: Mr Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimination Commissioner – Part 2

In part 2 of our discussion with Age Discrimination Commissioner, Robert Fitzgerald, we cover mature age workers across sectors, advice for mature age workers and how employers can embrace age diversity.

22 October 2024

Profile: Mr Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimination Commissioner – Part 1

This month, we’ve been sharing useful resources in recognition of Ageism Awareness Day on Wednesday 9 October 2024. Let’s challenge misconceptions, create inclusive workplaces, and value older Australians in the workforce.

16 October 2024

Ageism awareness in the workplace with Australia’s Acting Age Discrimination Commissioner and President, Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher AM

Professor Rosalind Croucher AM shares her thoughts about ageism in the workplace and what businesses could do to make their workplace more age friendly.

Research into small business employment of mature age workers

The ‘Research into small business employment of mature age workers’ report provides interesting insights into mature age employment from a small business perspective.

Age diversity is good for business – with the Hon Dr Kay Patterson AO

The Hon Dr Kay Patterson AO, Australia’s current Age Discrimination Commissioner, shared with us her thoughts and insights on mature age employment before she officially retires from the role on 28 July 2023.