As we enter the beginning of the new financial year, Employment Office have decided to take a quick look at the conditions that are currently influencing the HR market, as well as the trends for the upcoming financial year.

At the moment, the Australian economy is relatively sound and relatively strong in comparison to last year. We have an unemployment rate of around 5% (ABS) and we also have a booming mining sector.

Talk about a dream job – bush walking, breathing in the fresh air and getting paid for the privilege. Employment Office recently filled unique roles for casual bush walking guides at Australia’s newest luxury getaway, Spicers Canopy, an accredited Eco Tourism site forming part of the successful Spicers Retreats, Hotels and Lodges brand.

It’s the ultimate tree change for the frustrated worker – swap peak hour traffic for bush walking in the Boonah/Warwick areas, a desk for the bush, work wear for a pair of hiking boots and an air-conditioned office for sweet, fresh air.

Where are all the great places to work in Australia? Right here! Employment Office has made BRW’s Great Places to Work Top 50 list, debuting at #27.

The fast-growing company currently employees more than 35 staff in its Australian offices and opened its doors to a rigorous audit in recent months to take its place on the list amongst some of the world’s largest companies.

Two categories Employment Office particularly excelled in are staff appreciation and recognition, sharing and celebrating.

I read a great article on HR Daily that was picked up from Dan Bingham's guest post on the Halogen Software blog. Here's just a little bit of what he had to say...