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The Australian Sickie Culture

I’ve heard a statistic that says last year 1 in 5 took a day off as a ‘sickie’. A sickie is when you simply don’t go to work, without any formal reason.

Why -The reason for taking a sickie is typically because the person is bored, doesn’t like their job or their boss.

When – tagged on to the back of a public holiday, extreme weather conditions, major sporting events.

What is Australia Doing About this?

• Creating positive work place culture strategies.
• Asking for medical certificates.
• Checking for fair pay.
• Giving time off for parents with sick children.
• Rewarding good attendance.

What do People Do on their Day off? Catchup on sleep, house or yard work, take time out (stress/ exhaustion), take care of someone else.