Coalition’s IR Policy – What’s in It for SMEs?
The federal Coalition has formally released their Industrial Relations Policy (‘IR Policy’) which has since been followed by the Budget-in-Reply speech.
New Laws to Protect Workers – Update
Last week the Federal Government passed two new bills through the House of Representatives which provide greater protections for employees.
Small Business Fined $20k for Breaching Workplace Regulations
This recent case demonstrates that small businesses are not exempt from workplace regulations regarding payment of wages. Read about it here.
New “Fair Work Commission” Announced
‘Fair Work Australia’ (FWA) is no more. Now, the industrial relations tribunal will be known as the “Fair Work Commission”(FWC).
Employer or Contractor? Know The Difference & Avoid Fines
The Federal Magistrates Court this week found that a contractor was actually an employee, despite them providing invoices and having an ABN.
Social Media Platforms Used for Notification of Court Order
Justice Anne Ferguson of the Victorian Supreme Court recently ordered an interim injunction be issued – by way of social media.
Unfair Dismissal: Employee Loses After Soliciting Clients
Social media, beyond creating more social opportunities than ever before, also extends into the professional sphere. Here’s why employees should be careful.
Employer Liable: Failure to Investigate Sexual Harassment Claim
Learn about McCauley v Club Resort Holdings Pty Ltd (No 2) [2013] and the importance of investigating claims of workplace harassment.
Record Fine for Sham Contractor Arrangement
The Federal Circuit Court has imposed a record $238,920 penalty on a company providing an airport shuttle service from Newcastle to Sydney airport, for underpaying its drivers. Interestingly, the Fair Work investigation arose not from an employee complaint, but as part of a national compliance campaign focused on sham contracting. The penalty imposed was made […]
New Enquiry Into Workplace Pregnancy Discrimination
The Australian Human Right Commission (AHRC) has announced a long-overdue review into discrimination against pregnant women in the workplace.
The Commercial Credit Application Health Check – The 8 Must Haves
Learn about a Customer Credit Application, what it involves and why it is important.
Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR): Using It Correctly
“It’s only when the tide goes out that you learn who’s been swimming naked.”- Warren Buffett. Learn how to use the PPSR.
Mandatory Privacy Breach Notification Now in Australia
The next time your details are breached or your data is compromised, you’ll know all about it. Read about mandatory reporting of data breaches here.
No Regrets – Legal Contract Negotiation
Some important notes on ethical legal contract negotiation.
New Superannuation Guarantee Rates On July 1; Are You Ready?
Read on to find out how changing superannuation guarantee rates will affect you.
Bricks and Mortar – Are You Ready to Purchase?
Buying your first home is a big decision to make. Read this article to find out what you should be thinking about when you decide to buy a property.
Fair Work Amendments
Learn about the changes made to the Fair Work Act.
Things to do before you purchase – Part 1 – Property Inspections
Don’t purchase a property before making sure that it’s the right one for you. Read about carrying out a property inspection in this guide.