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As the school holidays and festive season draw near, the desire for flexibility in work arrangements becomes more prevalent among employees. Understanding and managing these requests effectively can contribute to a harmonious workplace while ensuring business continuity. Flexibility is a valuable...
The holiday season is upon us, and while end-of-year parties can be a fantastic way to celebrate achievements and foster team spirit, they can also pose certain challenges for employers. Ensuring that the festivities remain enjoyable and safe for everyone requires...
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently heard a case regarding requesting medical information and directing employees to undertake a medical examination by an independent doctor. The case considers balancing competing interests when looking at the needs of employees with regards to...
Employers have the right to employ someone of their own choosing, based on a person’s suitability for a job. After all, it is the employer who best understands the main requirements of the role and what qualities are needed in an...
Changing an employee’s role and responsibilities is a common occurrence that many businesses deal with; whether it is due to cover for a departing team member by re-allocating work, assigning an employee to a new worksite, or organisational changes. Whatever the...
Requests for flexibility are becoming increasingly common, not least off the back of COVID and working from home, and the tension arising as employers move to pulling employees back to the office. As businesses navigate the best path forward in terms...
A recent survey conducted by the Australian Workers Union (AWU) revealed that almost 50% of employees have experienced bullying, harassment, and inappropriate behaviour at work. With more than 1200 respondents, this snapshot into Australian workplaces shows that one in two employees...
It’s that time of year again when employers need to start planning how their businesses will operate during the end-of-year holiday season, if they have not already done so. Many businesses get busier and may need their employees to work more hours...
Everyone has the right to be safe and free from sexual harassment while at work. Likewise, everyone has a role to play in preventing workplace sexual harassment. Unfortunately, workplace sexual harassment is an all too common occurrence with one in three people...
In March 2023, the Fair Work Amendment (Right to Disconnect) Bill 2023 was introduced to Parliament, which prohibits an employer contacting an employee outside of their working hours, unless there is a genuine urgency for it. The legislation would also mean...