Tag: Australian Employment Law

From “Toughen Up” to Respect: Preparing the Workforce for a New Era of Workplace Standards

Posted on May 13, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employer Obligations, Employment Law, HR, Psychosocial Safety, Workplace Bullying, Workplace Compliance, Workplace Culture, Workplace Training

The FWC’s Jetstar decision highlights the growing focus on respectful workplace behaviour, psychosocial safety, and the challenge of shifting outdated... Continue reading

The 7-Day Deadline: How Payday Super Will Change Your Payroll in 2026

Posted on May 13, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:ATO, Australian Employment Law, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, Fair Work Ombudsman, HR, Industrial Relations, Payday Super, Payroll, Superannuation, Workplace Reform

From 1 July 2026, Australian employers must pay super at the same time as wages. "Payday Super" introduces tighter deadlines,... Continue reading

FWC Shuts Down “Reactivate and Avoid Liability” Playbook

Posted on May 6, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employer Obligations, Fair Work Commission, HR, Redundancy, Unfair Deactivation, Workplace Compliance

The FWC has confirmed that reactivating a gig worker does not prevent liability for unfair deactivation, reinforcing the risks of... Continue reading

Can I Make My Employee Redundant? Understanding Genuine Redundancy Obligations

Posted on April 16, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employer Obligations, Fair Work Act, Genuine Redundancy, HR, Redeployment, Redundancy, Unfair Dismissal

A genuine redundancy focuses on the role, not the person. Employers must meet strict legal requirements to avoid costly unfair... Continue reading

Don’t Mess with the NES… Or Is It Time for Reform?

Posted on April 15, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, Fair Work Ombudsman, HR, Industrial Relations, National Employment Standards, NES, Workplace Reform

A Parliamentary Inquiry into the National Employment Standards is underway, with unions and employer groups divided on whether reform is... Continue reading

Labour Day Public Holidays Across Australia in 2026

Posted on April 15, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employer Obligations, Fair Work Act, HR, Payroll, Public Holidays, Workforce Planning

Labour Day public holidays fall on different dates across Australia in 2026, requiring employers to plan for varying compliance, payroll,... Continue reading

Walking the Narrow Line: Discretionary Resignation or Forced Dismissal?

Posted on April 15, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employer Obligations, Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, General Protections, HR, Unfair Dismissal

A recent Fair Work Commission decision highlights the “narrow line” between resignation and dismissal, reinforcing the importance of how employers... Continue reading

Consultation and Redeployment: Critical Redundancy Criteria

Posted on April 7, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, HR, Modern Awards, Redeployment, Redundancy, Unfair Dismissal

A recent FWC decision highlights the risks of failing to properly consult and assess redeployment options, with non-compliance leading to... Continue reading

Junior Rates No More? An Update on the FWC Decision

Posted on April 1, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employer Obligations, Employment Law, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, HR, Junior Pay Rates, Modern Awards, Wage Compliance, Wage Increase

The Fair Work Commission has ruled to abolish junior rates for employees aged 18–20 across key retail, fast food, and... Continue reading

Junior Rates No More? FWC Considers Removing Age-Based Pay for Workers Over 18

Posted on March 12, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employer Obligations, Employment Law, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, HR, Junior Pay Rates, Modern Awards, Wage Compliance

The Fair Work Commission is considering an application to remove junior pay rates for workers aged 18 and over in... Continue reading

Chocolate Eggs, ANZAC Biscuits and Public Holidays

Posted on March 4, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Employer Obligations, Employment Law, Fair Work Act, HR, Public Holidays

Easter and ANZAC Day public holidays in April 2026 vary across Australian states and territories. Employers should check the correct... Continue reading

Changes to Children’s Services Award 2020: New Minimum Wages and Classifications from 1 March 2026

Posted on March 2, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Children’s Services Award, Early Childhood Education, Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, HR, Wage Increase

From 1 March 2026, minimum wages and classification structures under the Children’s Services Award 2020 will change. Employers in early... Continue reading

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