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Historic Decision on Family and Domestic Violence Leave 18/05/2022 12:27:19 PM
Employees under modern awards will have access to up to 10 days paid leave per year. read more
New Annual Wage Arrangements for Two Modern Awards 13/05/2022 2:46:54 PM
They affect the way an employer can choose to pay an annual salary under the Health Professionals and Support Serviced Award 2020 and the Marine Toward Award 2020. read more

Changes to Horticulture Award 2020 Take Effect 29/04/2022 12:53:07 PM
The award will now provide a minimum wage guarantee to employees paid via piecework rates. read more
Fair Work Ombudsman Takes Action Against Underpayment of Employee Entitlements 22/04/2022 8:29:42 AM
A removalist and storage business has been penalised, and bubble tea stores have been subject to surprise inspections. read more

Unfair Dismissal Claims Related to COVID-19 Mandates: A Quick Snapshot 11/04/2022 3:08:34 PM
In late 2021, the states and territories of Australia instituted various public health directions that required workers to be vaccinated. Months on, we can look and see how the Fair Work Commission treats those who refused and were consequently dismissed. read more
Public Holiday Preparation 1/04/2022 3:41:20 PM
Its important that employers are aware of their obligations with respect to public holidays, and how they function under our industrial relations system. read more

How to Evaluate the CEO 15/03/2022 10:49:43 AM
Essentials for the CEO and Association/Non-Profit Boards: Implement the CEO 360⁰ Assessment & Performance Program in your association... read more
Victoria to Implement Paid Sick and Carer's Leave Trial for Casual Employees 14/03/2022 12:16:38 PM
The scheme will look to provide greater security to insecure workers, whose vulnerable working conditions were left exposed by COVID-19. read more

Upcoming Changes to Multiple State Employment Laws in Western Australia 22/02/2022 3:16:13 PM
These changes will commence in early 2022. read more
Sole Trader of Communications Agency Has Failed to Pay Wages 14/02/2022 1:08:37 PM
The casual employee was found to have not received any wages paid for their work. read more

Fair Work Commission Decision on Award Coverage for Delivery Drivers 4/02/2022 1:34:36 PM
The Transport Workers Union calls it a success, while Menulog has more mixed opinions. read more
Updates to Unpaid Pandemic Leave Under Certain Modern Awards 24/01/2022 1:01:34 PM
A recent update to Schedule X means employees will continue to accrue paid leave entitlements. read more

How a Leader Can Promote Workplace Mental Health 17/01/2022 12:46:37 PM
As leaders, there is an inherent responsibility to your employees to provide a positive, mentally healthy work environment. read more
Getting Prepared for 2022 4/01/2022 3:18:53 PM
The new year provides an opportunity for employers to refresh and get prepared. read more

Cheap Eats Businesses Cheaping Out on Employees 23/12/2021 10:47:48 AM
83% of targeted businesses in Adelaide were found to be in non-compliance with employee pay entitlements and obligations. read more
Lack of Consultation Leads BHP Vaccine Mandate to be Deemed Unlawful 6/12/2021 1:21:12 PM
When businesses seek to implement changes to their Work Health and Safety policies and procedures, they need to properly consult with workers prior to doing so. read more

Obstruction of Fair Work Inspector by Japanese Restaurant 23/11/2021 2:57:35 PM
The ensuing penalties after underpaying two waitresses has amounted to $77, 220.80. read more
Casual Part-Time? No Such Thing 19/11/2021 11:10:35 AM
An employer should be clear about the exact terms on which they have engaged their employees. read more

Sick Leave - What's it Good For? 4/11/2021 9:36:22 AM
Outlined in the National Employment Standards, personal/carer's leave is something that employers and employees can be a little bit shaky on in regard to the specifics of it, but when exactly can it be used? read more
What is a "Genuine Redundancy" Situation? 29/10/2021 9:08:31 AM
When conducting a redundancy process, it is important to ensure that a genuine redundancy is called for, and the proper procedures are followed thereon in. read more

Managing Excessive Work Hours 22/10/2021 12:56:09 PM
Additional work hours may be expected in some industries, but this does mean an employer should attempt to mitigate the risk factors involved, or a carte blanche approach can be taken towards them. read more
Former Thai Restaurant Caught Out 8/10/2021 5:27:39 PM
The no longer trading restaurant is alleged to have underpaid the minimum entitlements of 11 employees. read more

Dismissal Upheld for Employee Dismissed for Refusing Flu Vaccine 29/09/2021 4:27:02 PM
An inherently controversial decision in today’s landscape, while it doesn’t give employers carte blanche to proceed as they wish, it does provide a hint at how the Fair Work Commission may view COVID-19 vaccination mandates. read more
Burger Joint Failed to Pay Employees 21/09/2021 9:56:03 AM
Two employees were not paid at all, and four additional employees were underpaid according to the Fast Food Industry Award 2010. read more

Cocktail Bar Operators Rinsed Out by Fair Work 13/09/2021 10:14:20 AM
They failed to pay a former employee their minimum entitlements, and also failed in their record keeping obligations. read more
Hybrid Working and the New Normal 7/09/2021 9:26:50 AM
The pandemic has forced many businesses to switch to a WFH model, and it's important to take value from it going forward read more

Reducing Mental Health Stressors in the Workplace 1/09/2021 8:53:33 AM
Employer's have WHS Obligations to fulfil, and the mental health of their employees is more important than ever to look after. read more
Restaurant Partners Face Court for Underpayment 25/08/2021 4:23:41 PM
The total underpayments total amount to just over $250,000 read more

Salon Operator Penalised for Giving an Unfair Cut 16/08/2021 9:59:53 AM
They failed to pay the minimum entitlements to four workers. read more
High Court Overturns Controversial Casual Ruling 11/08/2021 3:45:42 PM
A contract is the sole determining factor when deciding casual employment status read more

Brisbane Furniture Removalist Fails to Pay the Minimum 2/08/2021 10:28:41 AM
They have failed to backpay the minimum entitlements to their former employees in the face of multiple Compliance Notices. read more
Foodora is in hot water 29/08/2018 4:42:51 PM
ATO pursuing failed food delivery company for unpaid taxes read more

Landmark ruling grants a casual worker annual leave entitlement 17/08/2018 2:20:33 PM
sparking warnings from unions and employer groups read more
Stop Press - Family and domestic violence leave 3/08/2018 11:07:50 AM
The Fair Work Commission has ruled for 5 days of unpaid leave read more

Good news for Lifeline 30/07/2018 4:54:09 PM
with a $34 million funding boost read more
Federal and State Labor targets HR issues to do with the gig economy 23/07/2018 4:15:07 PM
Sharpening Labor focus on gig economy workplace reforms read more

Wentworth Advantage releases preliminary results of member survey 22/07/2018 11:03:16 AM
Filling the gap in management education read more
An ever thinning line between performance management and bullying 11/07/2018 11:05:51 AM
Managers need more training and support read more

Rockpool restaurant group underpaying workers 9/07/2018 11:39:51 AM
using annualised salaries as a smoke screen read more
Casual labour increasingly misused 2/07/2018 8:44:00 AM
BHP and labour hire firms to face class action read more

New Employee Wellbeing Service for members 2/07/2018 12:54:45 AM
Wentworth Advantage launches new Employee Wellbeing Service read more
Independent inquiry into sexual harassment in the workplace to be launched 20/06/2018 12:24:03 PM
by the Australian Human Rights Commission headed by Kate Jenkins read more

The freelance workforce is on the rise 18/06/2018 3:18:41 PM
but not to be feared read more
Foodora accused of sham contracting 13/06/2018 4:16:51 PM
This is a test case for the gig economy read more

Annual wage review increase announced 4/06/2018 12:29:43 PM
An extra $24.30 to the country's lowest paid read more
Plans afoot to help older Australians 21/05/2018 10:00:41 AM
This is good news! read more

Good News: progress being made with Domestic Violence 7/05/2018 10:26:13 AM
How workplaces are helping to stem the tide read more
Get the Jab 23/04/2018 11:55:38 AM
When is the perfect time to get your annual flu shot? read more

Single Touch Payroll - is your business ready? 9/04/2018 11:55:52 AM
Single Touch Payroll (STP) is a new system set by the ATO for salary and wages reporting read more
Are You Exposing Yourself Legally? 26/03/2018 9:09:55 AM
Our CEO, Mark Werman, comments on employment law legislation read more

The 10 Ways That We Addressed Cyberbullying in our Workplace 12/03/2018 3:57:50 PM
There is a darker side to technological changes read more
Probation Periods; Getting it Right 28/02/2018 4:10:28 AM
Are you up to speed with probationary periods? read more

Rail Crisis Averted 14/02/2018 5:36:56 AM
How would a major disruption affect your business? read more
Casual Worker Can Bring An Unfair Dismissal Case 2/02/2018 12:48:39 AM
A worker's status does not bar them from bringing an unfair dismissal case read more

Back to the Grind - Beating the 'Back to Work' Blues 12/01/2018 3:25:25 AM
Going back to work after a holiday is hard. read more
The Office Christmas Party - Protecting your staff and business 18/12/2017 3:34:35 AM
Ensure you are compliant by following this guide read more

Harassment a risk for small businesses 6/12/2017 12:13:58 AM
The latest sexual harassment allegations are a wake-up call read more
Wentworth Advantage launches Essential Management TV 30/11/2017 12:26:09 PM
Launched this month and developed to give practical, comprehensive management training read more

How the 'yes' vote will impact workers and HR 15/11/2017 12:43:07 AM
Australia has voted resoundingly in favour of marriage equality read more
Nine steps for avoiding dismissal problems 23/10/2017 3:55:29 AM
Follow these guidelines to avoid unfair dismissal claims. read more

Employer asks interviewee for Facebook page, but many see it as an invasion of privacy 15/10/2017 3:58:29 AM
Is asking to see an interviewee's Facebook page an invasion of privacy? read more
Three signs you're a bad boss 14/10/2017 2:26:35 AM
A good boss allows you to make your own mistakes and doesn't belittle you. read more

Unions fail to overturn penalty rates decision 11/10/2017 3:35:50 AM
A full Federal Court has dismissed an application by SDA to overturn penalty rates decision. read more
'Racist bitch' remark didn't warrant dismissal 9/10/2017 4:16:55 AM
A casual supervisor who called a bar manager a 'racist bitch' was unfairly dismissed. - Fair Work read more

New legislation tackles Fair Entitlements Guarantee 9/10/2017 3:39:48 AM
New legislation targets abuse of the Fair Entitlements Guarantee scheme. read more
Rio Tinto implements domestic violence entitlements 27/09/2017 5:12:22 AM
Rio Tinto has implemented a new forward-facing intiaitive read more

Mental health first-aid courses helping those in need, breaking down stigmas 25/09/2017 11:31:45 PM
What if someone close to you is having a mental health crisis-do you know how to help them? read more
Employment of older workers improves, but Australia still lags behind New Zealand 22/09/2017 1:00:02 AM
A sixty-six-year-old with senior industry qualifications, finds difficulty gaining employment read more

Work for the dole or work for the devil? 21/09/2017 1:00:02 AM
Jobseekers are performing work for the dole in dangerous conditions... read more
SEEK jobs advertisements reach record volumes 21/09/2017 1:00:02 AM
Seek has recorded the highest number of job ads and highest advertisement growth since 2010. read more

War on wages: Australians are working harder and going backwards 21/09/2017 1:00:02 AM
When Sahar Khalili started work as a casual pharmacist eight years ago, she was paid $35 an hour. read more
Long service leave: push to end discrimination against parents 14/08/2017 4:55:13 AM
The Andrews Labor Government is making long service leave fairer for women, families and those transitioning to retirement. read more

When to take a mental health day 19/07/2017 5:12:22 AM
Mental health issues in Australia are common. But it's not just our personal lives that are affected by mental health. It's our work and careers, too. read more
Darling Harbour restaurant ordered to pay $15,000 for unfair dismissal 19/07/2017 5:12:22 AM
Darling Harbour restaurant has been ordered to pay $15,000 in compensation for the unfair dismissal of an employee read more

Casual staff win right to ask for permanent work 7/07/2017 5:12:22 AM
Casual workers have won the right to demand a permanent job after 12 months read more
Middle management lack leadership skills 15/05/2017 11:21:55 PM
thus lowering workplace productivity read more

Employers experiencing record losses in unfair dismissal system 15/05/2017 5:04:15 AM
Employers' success rate in the unfair dismissal system has hit historic lows, falling below 40% read more
Zuckerberg realises the dangers of the social-media revolution he helped start 5/05/2017 10:19:26 PM
Facebook has become a global political and cultural force and the full implications of that transformation have begun to come into view. read more

The devils you know: the impact of workplace bullying 1/05/2017 12:47:18 AM
Workplace bullies leave a trail of destruction and the impact can have severe consequences. read more
How the best companies approach wellbeing 30/03/2017 5:22:38 AM
The direct financial impact on Australian business of mental health issues is in the vicinity of $11 billion every year read more

Why a mentally healthy workplace really matters 6/03/2017 12:04:58 AM
Mental health costs every organisation read more
Workplace culture a deal breaker for many employees 19/10/2016 11:38:30 PM
Employees rank workplace culture as a decisive factor when seeking a new job read more

Jobs of the future 27/07/2016 11:38:30 PM
The 2016 Census will include roles that didn't exist before read more
Colliers could face huge payout in sexual harassment claim 10/06/2016 11:48:34 PM
Colliers and a former assistant have entered private mediation read more

Work for the Dole programs 25/04/2016 11:48:34 PM
Workers' safety at risk read more

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