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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.
Time is money when travelling between work locations
A casual cleaner successfully claimed payment for travel time between work locations, as clarified by the Fair Work Commission.
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.
Are you ready for a mid-life career change?
Two business owners explain why starting a business in a new industry is difficult but rewarding, and provide tips for others wanting to do the same.
Stop the clock: What is meant by 'hours of work'?
Hours of work can be a tricky issue. Disputes can arise over things such as rostered days off, changes to work hours, rest breaks, overtime or time off in lieu.
Saying No To Meetings
Discover the power of saying "no" to unnecessary meetings and reclaim your time for more meaningful work.
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.
Finland and flexibility: some lessons for Aussies
Finland has retained its position as the happiest country in the world for the seventh consecutive year, thanks to its work-life balance.
Annual leave: can you make someone work?
Can you require employees to work while they are on annual leave because you are short-staffed, there is a backlog of work, or an emergency arises?