As industries and governments across Australia and around the world grapple with how to best meet the needs of an ageing workforce, one factor is silently derailing the careers of millions of older workers. While accommodations and work redesigns could save these workers’ jobs, the topic has historically been too taboo to discuss in the workplace. The quiet career killer is menopause, and according to a recent ABC News story from Ruth McPhail, its associated symptoms can make

An important principle of well-designed work (see Safe Work Australia's principles of good work design) is that the work should "fit" the worker or workers. This means that, contrary to the idea of a one-size-fits-all approach to work design, roles and responsibilities should be adapted to meet the needs of a diverse workforce. Accommodating the diverse needs of people is not only a legal expectation, but is important for attracting and retaining talent, and hence makes good