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Closing Loopholes: Fixed Term Contract Changes Increase Business Complexity
The Fair Work Act’s restrictions on fixed term contracts, effective 6 December 2023, limit contract durations and renewals, imposing heavy fines for breaches. Learn how these changes affect business flexibility and workforce management.
Grocer commits to massive chemical safety overhaul to avoid court
A grill fire in a café’s kitchen sparked eight safety charges and over $500K worth of safety improvements after a worker was seriously burned. Read about the safety upgrades in the employer’s enforceable undertaking.
Cybercrime costs small business $40K
A cybercrime report is lodged every seven minutes, attacks are up 13% and small businesses are increasingly at risk, according to a new report.
Adopting flexible workplace practices
Learn what flexible work could unlock for your business, and why its biggest benefits often go unnoticed.
Pilot reinstated after being sacked for vax hesitancy
A pilot has won his job back after being dismissed for not complying with his airline's COVID-19 vaccination policy.
New code: Sexual and gender-based harassment in workplaces
A new code of practice to help workplaces prevent and respond to sexual and gender-based harassment is now in effect. Find out what employers need to know, and how to deal with the risk of harm.
Workplace bully awarded compo for 'harsh' dismissal
The Fair Work Commission awarded $33k to a dismissed truck driver, citing harsh dismissal and inadequate policy training by the employer. Read the judgement for key workplace lessons.
When Productivity Becomes the Growth Bottleneck
As businesses grow, outdated workflows can quickly become a constraint. Discover how smarter processes, automation and AI can help create capacity for sustainable growth.
Are Exit Interviews Still Relevant in Today's Workplace?
Exit interviews have long provided valuable insights into employee experiences and areas for improvement. However, with evolving workplaces and technology, their relevance is being questioned.
FWC reveals position on flex/parental leave disputes
The Fair Work Commission has revealed how it will tackle disputes over requests for flexible working arrangements and extensions to unpaid parental leave once new rules come into effect on 6 June.