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Your go-to hub for legal updates, expert articles and practical insights on workplace, employment and industrial relations law – helping Australian employers stay informed, reduce risk and lead with confidence. Explore our latest content and downloadable resources below.
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Performance Management processes block bullying claims

A recent FWC decision serves as a timely reminder how important setting clear, documented expectations for employees are and managing any behaviour issues with the correct performance management processes. 

FWC target Aged Care sector
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Fair Work Ombudsman's next target: Aged Care Sector

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) will be shortly commencing a proactive investigation into the aged care sector at the end of February 2025. This article sets out important information for businesses operating in the aged care sector.

High Court Decision Exposes Employers to Risk of Significant Liability
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High Court Decision Exposes Employers to Risk of Significant Liability

Perhaps surprising HR and employment law practitioners, Australia’s High Court has recently handed-down a judgement with significant potential downside for businesses. Overturning the long-understood position, Australia’s highest court has ordered an employer to pay almost $1.5M in damages to an employee.

Supply Chain shakeup: FWC proposing major changes
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Supply Chain shakeup: FWC proposing major changes

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) have begun consultations for consideration of minimum standards to be applied to all supply chains involving the delivery of goods and materials. If your business is a part of a delivery supply chain, you should be aware of the proposed major changes that could materially change the commercial nature of arrangements.

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Supply Chain shakeup: FWC proposing major changes

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) have begun consultation of minimum standards to be applied to all supply chains involving the delivery of goods and materials. If your business is a part of a delivery supply chain, you should be aware of the proposed major changes that could materially change the commercial nature of arrangements.

NSW Government proposes material extension to Chapter 6 – Contract Driver Regulation
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NSW Government proposes material extension to Chapter 6 – Contract Driver Regulation

On 6 February 2025 the NSW Government made public a draft Bill to change Chapter 6 of the NSW IR Act seemingly to respond to new powers given to the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to regulate gig workers, contract drivers and supply chains.

FWC moves on gig-work minimum standard orders – major cost increases on deliveries expected
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FWC moves on gig-work minimum standard orders – major cost increases on deliveries expected

On 7 February 2025 consultation commenced regarding the TWU Application regulating food and beverage delivery under the new laws introduced by the Government in 2024 to regulate contractor delivery ‘drivers’ in Australia.

What is a "gig worker"?
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What is a "gig worker"?

The “gig economy” has revolutionised how we live, work, travel and eat, and the law is now playing catch up. “Gig workers” drive our Ubers, build our flatpacks for Airtasker and deliver Menulog Thai takeaway.  But who are these workers – and where do they fit into the legal landscape?

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How can you manage your employees during a natural disaster?

When an employer is faced with a natural disaster, such as an extreme weather event, employers have several options that will keep their workers safe and their business functioning as best it can during these turbulent times. 

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