"Worrisome cracks" showing in IR system
Building a labour market in which high-quality, secure jobs are the norm requires a "thorough revitalisation" of the whole workplace relations framework, an Australian economist says. » more »
Industrial relations, disputes & unions (402 items)
Seek predicts wages "shock"; Leaders divided about future of automation; and more
Seek has issued a warning on impending skills shortages and wages "shock", while new research shows leaders are divided on the impact of automation. Meanwhile, two reports highlight growing demand for IT talent; a union calls for "urgent" gig economy regulation; and more. » more »
IR battle lines drawn for 2018
The impact of low wages growth is starting to hit home for HR professionals, with "industrial battle lines drawn" for 2018, according to a workplace lawyer. » more »
HR to 'step up' in Fair Work defences
The Fair Work Commission has been taking a "very hard line" against employers seeking legal representation, putting the onus on HR professionals to argue their cases, a workplace lawyer says. » more »
Warning on EAs; Indemnity claim rejected; NAB extends DV paid leave; and more
A Federal Court ruling has implications for enterprise agreements covering small workforces, while the High Court has refused to rule on a labour hire indemnity dispute. In other news, NAB has extended its DV policies; developing mindfulness is crucial to inclusive leadership; and more. » more »
HR manager fined $22k for role in underpayments
An HR manager has been fined for her role in underpaying 85 employees nearly $600k and then falsifying employment records to cover it up. » more »
The solution to a broken IR system; L&D tech budgets in stasis; and more
A respected workplace relations academic says a collective bargaining overhaul is needed to revive Australia's IR system and wages growth. Meanwhile research benchmarks Australian L&D spending; HR professionals are optimistic about the impact of technology on their jobs; and a new index rates the health of executives by industry. » more »
Casual worker "wrongfully denied" permanent position
In a landmark ruling, the Federal Court has ordered an employer to compensate a casual worker and pay $42k in penalties for denying his full-time permanency request. » more »
HR demand reaches record high; Parental leave adverse action compensation; and more
Demand for HR professionals reached a high in the past quarter as new financial budgets kicked in, research shows. Meanwhile, $57k compensation awarded for parental leave adverse action; new mental health resources; Woolworths signs a supply chain compliance deed; and more. » more »
FWO using 'novel strategy' to prosecute employers
In a case likely to lead to further litigation against employers, the Fair Work Ombudsman has combined allegations of underpaying overseas workers with discrimination proceedings. » more »
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