by David | Feb 17, 2025 | Business
From 1 January 2025, employers who intentionally underpay employees (wage theft) could face criminal charges, with severe penalties including fines up to $7.825 million and 10 years’ imprisonment for individuals. These new laws reinforce the need for strict payroll...
by David | Feb 17, 2025 | Business
With road fatalities on the rise across Australia in 2024—including a significant number involving heavy vehicles—fatigue management and brake safety have never been more critical. The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has reinforced these concerns, making it...
by David | Nov 27, 2024 | Business
As the festive season begins, workplace celebrations can be a source of joy—but also significant risk. With recent updates to Australian workplace laws, including the Positive Duty under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), employers now face heightened obligations...
by David | Nov 27, 2024 | Business
The recent updates to the Positive Duty Legislation and initiatives from Respect@Work are reshaping workplace obligations for employers in Australia. These updates reinforce the employer’s responsibility to actively prevent discrimination, harassment, and bullying,...
by David | Nov 27, 2024 | Business
The latest report from Safe Work Australia highlights trends in workplace psychological health, with an increasing number of mental health-related compensation claims. These insights underline the critical need for employers to address psychosocial risks to protect...
by David | Oct 14, 2024 | Business
Workplace health and safety (WHS) responsibilities no longer focus solely on physical risks. WHS increasingly encompasses employees’ health and wellbeing, including mental and emotional health. This is reflected in Safe Work Australia’s Psychosocial Code...
