No discrimination in mandatory vaccination policies: barrister
Some misconceptions about discrimination legislation are holding employers back from mandating COVID vaccinations, a barrister says. » more »
Legislation & regulation (469 items)
"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 »
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 »
Can casuals 'double-dip' on LSL? Employer disputes claim
An employer has asked the Fair Work Commission to clarify whether casual loading specifically includes a long service leave component, as it faces down a union claim. » more »
Workplace harassment demands; HR's expanding role; and more
The Federal Government has failed to commit to key steps towards preventing workplace harassment, gender equity advocates argue. Also in this article, how the pandemic has changed HR, and why employees are hiding their true selves at work. » more »
Casual award changes; Termination disputes; and much more
Modern awards are set to change in light of casual employment reforms, and the Fair Work Commission has set out its next steps. Also in this article, new rulings on casual termination and bullying people moves in HR, and more. » more »
Fair Work Act to include greater sexual harassment protections
The Fair Work Act and Regulations will be amended to give employers more power to sack perpetrators of s-xual harassment. » more »
Casual reforms will have four key impacts: lawyer
The Fair Work Act amendments passed this week will have four key impacts on employers. Watch this short webcast excerpt to understand them. » more »
Scaled back IR Bill passes
The IR omnibus Bill has passed the Senate this afternoon, but in a drastically reduced form. » more »
Part-time flex opposition under scrutiny; HR 'comes of age'
Opposition to the IR omnibus Bill's part-time flexibility provisions is based on "false claims", according to a new paper calling for the Bill's support. Meanwhile, HR's COVID response is likely to "shape the trajectory of the function for decades to come", academics say. » more »
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