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A workplace breath test demand led to a costly unfair dismissal ruling. Find out why this employer’s approach backfired and what it means for managing alcohol policies at work.

A recent unfair dismissal ruling reminds employers that even serious concerns about employee conduct must be handled with procedural fairness. A casual worker’s job search raised red flags, but the employer’s rushed response led to costly consequences.

The Fair Work Commission is addressing the emotional challenges faced by bargaining representatives in enterprise bargaining. A recent report highlights the complexities these intermediaries encounter and proposes six key recommendations to enhance their capabilities.

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.

A heated confrontation, covert recording, and psychological injury claim led the Fair Work Commission to rule that an electrician’s resignation was not voluntary, but a dismissal under the Fair Work Act.

Can a part-time employee refuse to work extra hours that don’t exceed 38 in a week? Learn how the Fair Work Act protects part-time workers from unreasonable additional hours beyond their contracted hours.

Find out when employees can cash out annual leave and how accrual really works under the Fair Work Act, including key rules for award-covered and award-free staff.