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Positive Duty Landscape: Essential Insights for Business Leaders
In the evolving landscape of workplace regulations, the term ‘positive duty’ marks a transformative shift in addressing sexual harassment. As mandated by the Sex Discrimination Act, employers must proactively prevent sexual harassment, departing from the reactive...
Criminalising Underpayments – $500 Million Plague
In a bold move to tackle the rampant issue of intentional underpayment, the Albanese Government is gearing up to introduce Federal laws that will thrust companies and individuals into the fiery crucible of accountability. The battleground is set, and the stakes are...
Cheers to a Legal Hangover: Avoid the Silly Season Blues
Christmas parties are a great time for businesses to celebrate the achievements of another year. They also pose a significant risk of legal problems, harassment claims and both HR and WHS compliance issues. So, before the celebrations begin, it is crucial employers...
Effective Workplace Strategies for Retaining & Engaging Employees
Business 360's David Reid had the pleasure of discussing successful workplaces through employee engagement and retention post-COVID, with the team at Grow A Small Business. To view the interview, click here t.ly/Xf1Pd
Fixed Term Contracts
Another change under the current Secure Jobs, Better Pay legislation impacts fixed-term contracts. Fixed-term contracts may be offered for a specified period of time or until the completion of a set task. Oftentimes, the employee is engaged on a fixed term contract...
Fair Work Act Amendment- Close Loopholes Bill
In 2022 and 2023, the Federal Government introduced the Secure Jobs, Better Pay legislation. This legislation paved the way for substantial changes within Australian workplaces. However, there is more to come with the Closing Loopholes Bill proposed to amend the Fair...
Historic Wage Increase
Each year in early June the Fair Work Commission announces the increase to the National Minimum Wage. In 2023 business groups advocated for an average of 3% while unions pushed for a 7% increase. While initially causing some confusion for analysts and employers, the...
Flexible Work Arrangements – Key Changes
From 6 June 2023, further changes from the Secure Jobs Better Pay legislation come into place. These include significant changes to flexible work arrangements. The following amendments will be in place: More employees will be eligible to request flexible work...
The New Managing Psychosocial Hazards and Risks At Work Code of Practice
The Managing Psychosocial Hazards At Work Code of Practice (the Code) is now in effect. This legally enforceable code provides employers and workers with guidance on how to prevent harm from psychosocial hazards at work. Managing psychosocial hazards and risks at work...