Tag: Industrial Relations

Annual Wage Review: A Detailed Analysis of the Decision

Posted on June 11, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Annual Wage Review, Australian Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Minimum Wage, Modern Awards, Payroll, Wage Compliance, Workplace Relations

The Fair Work Commission has confirmed a 4.75% increase to Modern Award minimum wages and the National Minimum Wage, effective... Continue reading

Covert Recordings in Australian Workplaces: Legislation, Gaps and the Fair Work Commission’s Approach

Posted on June 11, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Covert Recordings, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Performance Management, Privacy Law, Unfair Dismissal, Workplace Compliance, Workplace Investigation, Workplace Policies

Can an employee secretly record a workplace conversation? The answer is more complicated than many realise. Understanding the legal framework... Continue reading

Customers, Contractors and Sexual Harassment: Eklom Puts Third-Party Workplace Risk in the Spotlight

Posted on June 8, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, Fair Work Act, HR, Industrial Relations, Psychosocial Safety, Respect at Work, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Investigation, Workplace Relations

The Eklom decision is a timely reminder that workplace sexual harassment risks are not limited to employees. Customers, contractors and... Continue reading

Annual Wage Review 2026: In a Snapshot

Posted on June 2, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Annual Wage Review, Australian Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Minimum Wage, Modern Awards, Payroll, Wage Compliance, Workplace Relations

The Fair Work Commission has confirmed a 4.75% increase to Modern Award minimum wages and the National Minimum Wage, effective... Continue reading

Queensland Small Business Month: Supporting Small Business Compliance

Posted on May 14, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, HR, Industrial Relations, Queensland Small Business Month, Small Business Compliance, Wage Compliance

Queensland Small Business Month is a timely reminder for businesses to review their workplace compliance obligations and ensure they are... 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

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

The 4-Day Work Week Comes Down for Air: Australia’s First Local Government Enterprise Agreement Trial

Posted on February 12, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Australian Employment Law, BOOT Analysis, Employment Law, Enterprise Agreements, Fair Work Act, Flexible Work Arrangements, Four Day Work Week, HR, Industrial Relations, Workplace Reform

Launceston Council’s proposed four-day work week could become Australia’s first of its kind under an Enterprise Agreement. Continue reading

Navigating Workplace Romances: IRiQ’s Guide for Business Owners and Managers

Posted on February 10, 2026 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Code of Conduct, Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Risk Management, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Policies, Workplace Relationships

Workplace romances are common, but unmanaged relationships can create serious legal and cultural risks. Learn how clear policies and proactive... Continue reading

Zheng vs the Typhoon: A Modern Day Termination Disaster

Posted on February 5, 2026 Posted inNewsTags:Casual Employment, Employee Leave, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Termination, Unfair Dismissal, Workplace Policies

A typhoon, missed emails, and an unfair dismissal. This FWC decision shows why clear communication and due process are critical... Continue reading

Get Ahead in 2026: Essential HR & Compliance Checklist for Employers

Posted on January 20, 2026 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Employer Obligations, Fair Work Act, HR, Industrial Relations, Legal Compliance, Workplace Policies

A practical guide for employers outlining essential HR and compliance tasks to complete before or early in 2026, including contracts,... Continue reading

Australia’s 2026 Public Holiday Calendar: Essential Guidance for Employers

Posted on January 14, 2026 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Employer Obligations, Fair Work Act, HR, Industrial Relations, Public Holidays

Public holidays can have a significant impact on rostering, pay, and compliance. This guide outlines Australia’s 2026 public holiday framework... Continue reading

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