Workplace Relations
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Changes to unpaid parental leave
Sean Melbourne | May 16, 2023There are some changes to the laws on unpaid parental leave that kick in on 6 June 2023, so now is a good time to update your parental leave policy, according to Sean Melbourne from professional services company Source.
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Time’s up for toxic workplaces
Gary Martin | March 10, 2021The workplace that runs the country is regularly cast into the spotlight amid allegations it acts as a fertile breeding ground for any number of toxic behaviours such as bullying, harassment and sexual misconduct and assault, Professor Gary Martin CEO of AIM WA explains.
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Why hoarding your holidays is a recipe for disaster
Gary Martin | December 16, 2020One of the great joys in life is taking a break from work — getting away from it all, unwinding and recharging the batteries. But not all Australians are making the most of this, according to Professor Gary Martin, some are hoarding holidays and not taking much needed time off.
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Avoid gifting yourself a bad name with your co-workers
Gary Martin | December 4, 2020If we are honest, the answer to almost every workplace-related festive season question is as clear as the difference between black and white. Professor Gary Martin explains.
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Employer action on gender equality has stalled: WGEA
First 5000 | November 30, 2020Data released by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) shows a worrying decline in employer action on gender equality prior to the impact of COVID-19.
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Don’t get sleighed by the end of year office party
Gary Martin | November 24, 2020Following a year of events no one predicted, at least some workplaces are still planning to officially put the past 12 months behind them with a safe but rip-roaring end-of-year office gathering. Professor Gary Martin shares how party-goers can navigate through the celebrations and even enjoy them.
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JOBKEEPER 2.0: Questions remain
Sean Melbourne | July 23, 2020JOBKEEPER 2.0: What hasn’t been addressed is what will happen with all of the directions to reduce hours that employers have made under the Jobkeeper legislation. Employment law expert Sean Melbourne explains.
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Employers need to get ready for JobKeeper now
First 5000 | April 16, 2020The new JobKeeper Payment has passed through parliament and the Australian Taxation Office is working to assist businesses to access the scheme, helping them to retain their employees.
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Labor SA targets employers not COVID: COSBOA
First 5000 | April 7, 2020Automatically blaming employers for COVID-19 won’t stop the disease but will stop employment, according to COSBOA.
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Victorian underpayments legislation disappointing: Ai Group
First 5000 | March 19, 2020The Australian Industry Group has expressed disappointment with the Victorian State Government decision to pursue legislation imposing criminal penalties for wage underpayments.
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Fair Work Commission using ‘nudge theory’ to improve access, promote compliance
First 5000 | March 11, 2020The Fair Work Commission has published the outcomes of its first behavioural insights project, led by the Behavioural Insights Team looks at how behavioural insights techniques could be applied to reduce costs and barriers to access for employers and employees.
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A new way to job share
First 5000 | March 5, 2020A new UNSW Sydney report proposes new models for job sharing that are more appealing and beneficial to both employers and employees.
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Job insecurity negatively affects your personality: study
First 5000 | March 2, 2020New research shows that experiencing chronic job insecurity can change your personality for the worse.
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Employers recognised for role in bushfire response
First 5000 | February 3, 2020The Australian Defence Force (ADF) formally recognised the role played by the nation’s employers in supporting the call out of Reservists for Operation Bushfire Assist at events in New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria.
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Hidden hazards pose fire clean-up risk
First 5000 | January 17, 2020Those affected by the recent devastating fires are urged to be alert for unexpected hazards if undertaking clean-up and recovery work.