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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.

Can compassionate leave be taken from an employee’s personal leave balance? Here’s what the Fair Work Act says about compassionate leave entitlements.

Major reforms to Australian workplace laws are coming. From a review of the National Employment Standards to bans on non-compete clauses, payday superannuation and new restrictions on NDAs, employers need to prepare now to stay compliant.

A recent Fair Work Commission case confirms that even seemingly “friendly” messages can amount to conduct of a sexual nature justifying dismissal where power imbalances and unwelcome behaviour are involved.