The Fair Work Commission has rejected arguments that an employer's JobKeeper-enabling direction was unreasonable because it disproportionately affected permanent workers. It also required some casuals receiving JobKeeper to work more hours. » more »
The Federal Government rightly prioritised speed over perfection in rolling out pandemic business supports, but design flaws could "bite" in the coming months if they don't get urgent attention, according to a new thinktank report. » more »
As coronavirus restrictions ease and employers reconsider issues around workplace design and layout, scientists have been trialling a system that uses sensors and artificial intelligence to measure employees' concentration and comfort. » more »
The High Court has updated and publicised its s-xual harassment policies in the wake of findings against a former judge. Also in this article, Western Australia's new IR bill; an employee retrenched at the height of COVID-19 who saw her employer advertising jobs weeks later can claim unfair dismissal; and more. » more »
One of the biggest benefits of HR practices becoming virtual is that working and managing through a screen enables people to be their authentic selves, a talent leader at Zoom says. » more »
The pandemic has tested leaders' resilience in major ways, but on a positive note it's become "okay to say I'm not okay", says Coca-Cola Amatil's head of HR. » more »
During a crisis, it's easy to get caught up in decision after decision, but referring back to organisational values has a grounding effect, according to people leaders at Coles and Medibank. » more »
The shift to remote work occurred quickly and largely without consultation, but employers must ensure their return to workplaces factors in this important obligation, a lawyer warns. » more »
Even when avenues for improvement appear to be exhausted, it's crucial to follow a procedurally fair process when dismissing an employee for poor performance. In this webinar, an employment lawyer shares guiding principles around terminating for underperformance. » more »
WorkPac is applying to appeal a ruling that has major implications for all employers of casual workers. Also in this article: how employers have upped the ante on wellbeing, concerns about mental heath support, new 'wage theft' laws, and more. » more »
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