Leadership The Problem With ‘Babe’ Behaviour As ABC chairman Justin Milne resigns following allegations of political interference, claims he called female staff 'babe' and 'chicks' contribute to the fallout. By Lara Robertson Leadership As ABC chairman Justin Milne resigns following allegations of political interference, claims he called female staff 'babe' and 'chicks' contribute to the fallout. By Lara Robertson Previous article ‘Skin First, Makeup Second’: The New Beauty Trend Next article How To Turn A Competitive Streak Into A Career Asset ABC chairman Justin Milne has resigned today following allegations of political interference in the public broadcaster. Adding growing pressure to the fallout were claims he inappropriately addressed his female colleagues, using patronising language such as “chicks” and “babes”.Earlier this morning, Fairfax reported the relationship breakdown between Milne and former ABC managing director Michelle Guthrie – who was sacked on Monday – may have been exacerbated by Milne’s alleged use of over-familiar language. Milne is alleged to have referred to Guthrie as “the missus” in front of staff. A media executive also claims that Milne referred to female staff as “chicks” and “babes”. Milne has not addressed the claims, but denied allegations of political interference. If you want to better yourself professionally and personally, become a Future Woman today. Sign up to become a member for less than the cost of a coffee per week. gender diversitysexismworkplace Best Of Future Women Diamond Meet the leaders: Erin Vincent By Odessa Blain Diamond Meet the leaders: Malini Raj By Odessa Blain Diamond Meet the leaders: Azmeena Hussain By Odessa Blain Diamond Meet the leaders: Shannan Dodson By Odessa Blain Diamond Meet the leaders: Elly Desmarchelier By Odessa Blain Equity A sneak peek inside the sold-out budget event By Odessa Blain Equity Inside the shared joke between Gallagher and Wong By Odessa Blain Leadership “Let’s lower the bar”: Why this CEO wants women to do a whole lot less By FW Your inbox just got smarter If you’re not a member, sign up to our newsletter to get the best of Future Women in your inbox.
