"Past time" for law changes on workplace mental health
It is "past time" for policymakers to address the workplace's contribution to Australia's mental health crisis, a think tank says. » more »
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Employer defends dismissal despite "historical tolerance" of bad behaviour
In a case that illustrates the challenges of shifting a culture where inappropriate behaviour is considered normal, an employer with "a considerable way to go" has defended an unfair dismissal claim because its actions were "consistent with a reforming workplace". » more »
Fair to sack employee who "dropped a meme with the aim to upset"
An employee who posted a s-xually suggestive meme on social media "with the aim to upset" was fairly dismissed, despite the workplace's "robust" culture, the Fair Work Commission has ruled. » more »
Harassment stats will "get worse before they get better"
As employers put more effort into preventing workplace s-xual harassment, they are being warned to expect statistics to get worse before they get better. » more »
Childcare and visa changes to help ease skill shortages: Budget
Increasing women's workforce participation by making childcare more affordable and making tax laws more attractive to overseas talent are among tonight's key Budget announcements aimed at creating more employment. » more »
One-minute-late claim had merit, but extension denied
A workplace relations advisory has successfully objected to facing an unfair dismissal claim that was lodged one minute past the deadline. » more »
Candidate experience a "slap in the face"
Despite the growing importance of candidate experience, "lazy" efforts during hiring processes are having a major impact on employer brands, a talent acquisition leader says. » more »
Webcast brief: Enterprise bargaining update
Read the webcast description here then watch the full presentation with premium membership. » more »
Five questions move workforce planning beyond 'paralysis'
Workforce planning is falling by the wayside, not least because of leaders' 'too busy' mindset, but five simple questions can remedy this, says an expert. » more »
"Go slow to go fast" when changing employees' roles: HR chief
In making major changes to its business model and employees' roles, a human capital company is taking a "go slow to go fast" approach, its HR leader says. » more »
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