ACT Discrimination Protections Expanded

Changes to the ACT’s Discrimination Act On 11 April 2024, significant changes to the Discrimination Act 1991 (ACT) (“Act”) came into force. These alterations include new areas of public life protected by the Act, narrowed exemptions and a positive duty placed on organisations and agencies to combat discrimination, sexual harassment and vilification. Here’s what you

ACT Discrimination Protections Expanded2025-04-11T10:13:05+10:00

Misconduct in the Workplace – a guide for employees and employers

Have you received notice of allegations of misconduct and are not sure what to do? Are you unsure of the process and your rights? Or are you the employer and want guidance on how to deal with misconduct? This article will provide general guidance on how misconduct is dealt with in the workplace and what

Misconduct in the Workplace – a guide for employees and employers2025-03-25T16:01:10+11:00

How flexible are flexible working arrangements?

In the post-Covid era, workplaces are generally becoming more inclusive and accommodating towards employees. However, where is the line by which employers may reject such requests in an effort to balance the interests of both parties? This article explains what flexible working arrangements are, the new changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (‘the

How flexible are flexible working arrangements?2024-09-16T13:55:05+10:00

What are the new changes to fixed-term contacts?

On 6 December 2023, new laws commence which will change the way that fixed-term employment contracts can be used. Here’s what you need to know to avoid litigation/ fines if you’re an employer, or an illegal termination to your employment if you’re an employee. Context Since the passing of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure

What are the new changes to fixed-term contacts?2023-12-04T11:40:26+11:00

Check twice, pay once – Complying with the Hospitality and Restaurant Awards

The Hospitality and Restaurant industries are known for their fast-paced environments with not a moment to spare. Yet, when it comes to payment of staff, it’s important to slow down and ensure that there is compliance with the Award requirements. This is particularly so noting that there have been recent changes to the Award and

Check twice, pay once – Complying with the Hospitality and Restaurant Awards2023-06-22T15:07:51+10:00

The ‘Secure Jobs, Better Pay’ Bill – What Does It Mean For My Business?

There has been a lot of media coverage about the Bill which has been debated in Parliament in recent months − the ‘Secure Jobs, Better Pay’ Bill – which seeks to amend the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). The Bill was passed on 2 December 2022 and received royal assent four days later. In early

The ‘Secure Jobs, Better Pay’ Bill – What Does It Mean For My Business?2022-12-16T09:48:58+11:00

The Changing Environment of Workplaces in a COVID-19 Environment

All employers and employees are well aware of the way in which our workplaces have changed in the last two years. In March 2020 we published an article dealing with workers compensation issues arising from COVID-19. It focused on the need for employers to ensure safe work practices and a safe workplace, particularly with working

The Changing Environment of Workplaces in a COVID-19 Environment2022-09-29T22:50:36+10:00

The Final Word on Casual Employees: the High Court Rules in Workpac V Rossato

Background In May 2020, we wrote an article here on the groundbreaking consequences of the judgment handed down by the Full Court of the Federal Court in Workpac v Rossato [2020] FCAFC 84. The judges of the Federal Court concluded that Mr Rossato was a permanent employee, despite being employed under six separate casual contracts.

The Final Word on Casual Employees: the High Court Rules in Workpac V Rossato2022-09-29T22:52:35+10:00

Delivery Riders, now employees?

In a recent article linked here, I discussed how food delivery partners were considered independent contractors rather than employees and how further regulation could assist in ensuring both their physical and economic safety. In a recent decision made by the Fair Work Commission found, that a food delivery driver was unfairly dismissed and was not

Delivery Riders, now employees?2022-04-03T23:48:38+10:00

Four Facts You Should Know About the ACT’s New Labour Hire Licencing Scheme

Concerns about the labour hire industry are not new, especially issues of wage theft, poor workplace health and safety practices, and denial of worker rights. As a result, the ACT Government has enacted legislation to establish a new Labour Hire Licencing Scheme to help protect workers who are employed under labour hire arrangements, and improve

Four Facts You Should Know About the ACT’s New Labour Hire Licencing Scheme2022-04-03T23:49:10+10:00

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