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Employee dismissed for evading a D&A test
A forklift driver was dismissed after allegedly evading a drug and alcohol test, claiming an urgent need to leave due to a medical incident. The Fair Work Commission ruled the dismissal was justified.
Why Study Leave Should Be on Your Radar
Study leave isn’t always legally required, but offering it can boost engagement, career development, and staff retention. Learn how to support employees’ education effectively.
Workplace compliance: Core policies you should have in place
Webinar on-demand | 3 April 2025
Dismissing an employee for bad behaviour at the Christmas party
A Christmas party gone wrong can have real workplace consequences, but can an employer actually dismiss someone for misconduct that happens off-site and after hours? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think.
Extreme Weather and Employee Stand-Down: When Can Workers Be Sent Home Without Pay?
Extreme heat can halt work, but does it justify standing employees down without pay? Learn when employers can send staff home, what entitlements apply, and how awards, agreements, and policies shape your options.
Proposed Reforms to NSW Workers' Compensation Scheme Released
The NSW Government has unveiled draft reforms to fix the state’s workers’ compensation scheme, aiming to curb rising costs and better manage psychological injury claims.
Email Error or Unfair Dismissal? FWC Weighs In
What happens when a well-intentioned mistake sparks a dismissal? The Fair Work Commission had plenty to say. A recent case highlights key lessons for employers on fairness, consistency, and conflicts of interest.