New parental leave standard
KALGOORLIE Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM) has announced significant changes to its parental leave policy, joining its Joint Venture owner Newmont Goldcorp in setting a new industry standard within Australia. Under the new changes, employees are now eligible for 22 weeks paid parental or adoption leave, plus a four week return-to-work payment. Additionally, 10 days paid secondary carers leave will be provided. These changes will help address the gender pay gap that often occurs when parents are out of the workforce for extended periods. KCGM also continues to offer eligible employees access to family-friendly flexible work arrangements when back at work. Ten days paid domestic violence leave will also be made available, providing critical financial support to affected employees who may...