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The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured $197,000 in penalties against Doll House Training, a Sydney-based research company, for misclassifying employees as independent contractors and breaching the Fair Work Act.

The Fair Work Commission has released its long-awaited decision on gender undervaluation, proposing major changes to key awards. Employers in affected sectors now have a crucial window to respond.

Discover how Australia’s new criminal underpayment laws, effective from 1 January 2025, impact small business owners. Learn practical steps to stay compliant, avoid penalties, and protect your business with real-world insights.

A recent Fair Work Commission decision highlights the serious consequences of making unfounded bullying allegations. Find out what employers and employees need to know to avoid costly mistakes.

Planning to open on Boxing Day? Learn about your rights as an employer and the rules employees must follow when refusing to work on public holidays.

When one salon closed, failing to offer a transfer cost the employer a legal ruling. Find out why offering redeployment is key before letting casual employees go.

An employee on unpaid parental leave has been called for jury duty—but does this mean they’re entitled to make-up pay from their employer? The Fair Work Act provides the answer, but the rules may not be as straightforward as they seem.

In a landmark decision, the FWC sided with an employee who challenged her employer’s return-to-office directive, citing family care responsibilities. The case highlights what employers must prove when rejecting flexible work requests.

An employer's failure to consult with an employee during parental leave about a redundancy resulted in an unfair dismissal ruling. Learn why regular communication is crucial to avoid legal pitfalls.

Inviting a team member on parental leave to attend training might seem simple but could it impact their entitlements? Learn how to navigate “keeping in touch days” the right way to avoid unintended consequences.