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Two senior employees. Fifteen years of service between them. Promotions. Team leadership. Expanding responsibilities. And yet, no redundancy pay. In a decision handed down on 5 February 2026, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) confirmed that two long-serving employees of The Florey Institute of...
A recent Fair Work Commission (FWC) decision involving Coles has highlighted a legal grey zone many employers hope they never have to navigate: what happens when an employee is incarcerated and can’t come to work, or even respond to emails? So, what...
Employee fraud doesn’t just hit the bottom line, it damages trust, morale, and business confidence. For many business owners, the idea that someone they’ve employed could deliberately steal from them feels almost unreal – until it happens. Whether you’re a small local...
Picture this. You send out your annual employee survey. Everyone clicks boxes, maybe even leave a comment or two. Then, nothing. Sounds familiar? For business owners, this is where the danger begins. Because once you ask the questions, you own the...
Psychological injury claims linked to workplace bullying and harassment are rising fast, and this isn’t just a problem for “bad workplaces.” New Allianz data shows bullying and harassment claims have increased by more than 75% since 2021, now making up almost...
As the calendar flips and business plans are refreshed, many leaders are thinking about growth and that often starts with hiring. But bringing someone new on board isn’t just about filling a role; it’s a chance to set the tone for...
Workplace relationships aren’t new, and most employers know they happen whether they like it or not. But with the recent viral media case caught on kiss cam at the Coldplay concert highlighting just how messy and damaging things can get when...
As more Australian businesses outsource administrative, technical, and even professional roles overseas, a recent Fair Work Commission (FWC) decision is a timely wake-up call. On 27 June 2025, the FWC confirmed that an offshore worker, a paralegal based in the Philippines, could...
Every year around this time, organisations roll out the usual reminders “Be respectful at the Christmas party.” “Drink responsibly.” “Remember it’s still a work function.” But a recent Supreme Court decision involving a former senior partner at a Big Four consulting firm offers a far...
The Federal Court has just handed down one of the most important underpayment rulings in years in a 201-page decision spanning two class actions and two Fair Work Ombudsman prosecutions against Woolworths and Coles. While the spotlight is on the supermarket...