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Builder fined after roofer’s fall into life-long disability
A failure to supervise or ensure compliance with safe systems of work on roofs catapulted a roofer into a concrete driveway and landed the builder in court.
WFH Clause in Private Sector Award Proposed
The Fair Work Commission is reviewing the inclusion of a work-from-home clause in the Clerks Private Sector Award 2020. This proposed change could impact millions of Australian employees by removing barriers to remote work arrangements.

Employer triumphs in WFH dispute
An employee embroiled in a custody feud has failed to convince a tribunal he was entitled to work from home 100% of the time.

Forklift Safety Failures Lead to Life-Changing Injury and $180K Fine
Yet another employer’s failure to keep forklift operations separate from pedestrians has resulted in life-changing injuries for a worker and heavy costs for the company.

How To Prevent Burnout In Hr Practitioners
HR professionals often prioritise others' wellbeing over their own, leading to increased burnout. Learn how to recognise signs of burnout and offer strategies to help manage stress and maintain mental health.

Being told “no more work” = dismissal
When an employer told an employee there was "no more work," it led to a Fair Work Commission ruling that the employee had been dismissed, despite the employer's claims to the contrary.

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.

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.