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Leonora Risse

Leonora Risse

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Female graduates are earning less than their male peers. What might be causing the gap?

Female graduates are earning less than their male peers. What might be causing the gap?

A survey showed the annual median full-time graduate salary for women was $3,700 less than men’s. Research suggests gender bias might be at play.

08.07.2026 20

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Leonora Risse

Australia’s gender pay gap is narrowing – and the public spotlight seems to be helping

Despite signs of progress, men are still almost twice as likely to be in the highest-earning income bracket.

02.03.2026 20

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Leonora Risse

Men earn nearly $10,000 more than women in bonuses and overtime pay, fuelling the gender pay gap: new data

These extra payments are especially high real estate, financial services and other industries.

27.11.2025 20

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Leonora Risse

Unpaid ‘women’s work’ is worth $427 billion, new research shows. See how much your unpaid labour is worth

New analysis reveals just how much “invisible” caring and housework is worth to the economy.

02.11.2025 20

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Leonora Risse

The public service has a much smaller gender pay gap than the private sector. It’s a big achievement

The public sector shows having a gender balance at senior levels can make a big difference to pay outcomes.

21.05.2025 30

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Leonora Risse