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The issue of sexual harassment has become increasingly topical.  The critical question that is often asked – why is more not being done to prevent sexual harassment?  In November 2022, the Federal Government passed legislation imposing a ‘Positive Duty’ on all...

The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 passed on 6 December 2022 (Amendment Act) which overhauled workplace and industrial relations laws in Australia. One of the final components of the Amendment Act introduces limitations on the use...

It’s getting to that time of year again when employers hold their annual end of year event. Generally at these events staff get together to eat drink and have a good time.   Remember, the traditional employer organised end of year function is a work event. All of us...

On 28 March 2023, the Full Federal Court delivered a decision in Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union v OS MCAP Pty Ltd [2023] FCAFC 51 (the Full Federal Court Decision) which had significant impacts for all employers who operate on public...

In July 2023, Commissioner Hunt of the Fair Work Commission handed down her written reasons in the matter of Application by Lindsay Rosenblum [2023] FWC 1640.  Commissioner Hunt’s decision granted Ms Rosenblum interim orders preventing the Employer from taking any...

On Tuesday 30 October 2023, the Full Bench of the Federal Court of Australia handed down a decision which may have consequences for employers who have negotiated enterprise agreements, requiring back payment. The Facts Mr Murtagh was employed by the Roman Catholic...

Myth: If I have a written employment contract with an employee, I don’t need to worry about the award, it doesn’t apply. Busted: This is not orrect – if an award applies to a role, it’s the industrial instrument for that role.  An award sets out the minimum terms and...