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Outdated Onboarding? Fair Work Says Update Now

If you’re still providing pre-Fair Work information sheets to new employees, you may be in breach of current legislation. Learn about the requirement to issue the Fair Work Information Statement and how to stay compliant under the National Employment Standards.

Work during meal breaks: is it overtime?

Are you required to pay employees overtime rates if they work through their lunch break?

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Can employees refuse work on Australia Day?

Learn when employers can reasonably request work on a public holiday, and when employees are entitled to say no.

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Understanding Work-Related Violence and Aggression in Australia: Key Insights from the Latest Report

The latest report from Safe Work Australia reveals significant trends in work-related violence and aggression, highlighting the need for employers to enhance workplace safety.

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Can employees be directed to work Boxing Day?

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

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Babies, burnout, and back to work

It can be challenging returning to work after parental leave.

Overtime work – can an employee refuse employer’s request?

This article explores the Fair Work Act’s criteria for reasonable overtime, weighing workplace needs against health, safety, and personal circumstances.

Can employees refuse to work on Australia Day?

While many of us enjoy a barbie and a beer on Australia Day, others may be required to work. Can you force them to work on a public holiday?

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Disciplinary warnings, processes under Fair Work dismissal laws

Learn all you need to know about disciplinary warnings, policies and procedures, and proper process under Fair Work dismissal laws.

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Shift Work & Public Holidays: Know When Penalty Rates Apply

Do night shifts crossing over public holidays attract full penalty rates? Find out how shift timing and award rules impact entitlements—especially on long weekends.