Casual employment a "major issue" for HR
Mitigating the risk of casual employees being deemed permanent is a "major issue" many HR professionals are grappling with, and it should be their top priority this year, a lawyer says. » more »
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Webcast: HR hot spots 2019
Employment law is currently a hotbed of activity, challenges and conflict in the wake of recent rulings and in the lead-up to the federal election. Watch this webcast to learn the HR implications of casual employment, employment-related class actions, the push for industry-wide bargaining, whistleblower reforms, and much more. » more »
"Double dipping" regulation proposed; Penalty for "unknowing" worker misclassification; and more
The Federal Government has proposed a new Fair Work regulation to prevent casual employees from "double dipping" on entitlements. Also in this article, more compensation and a penalty have been ordered in the case that sparked the casuals confusion, permanent conversion rights are to be extended, and more. » more »
Unfair dismissal and general protections claims 'confusing'; HR salary guide; and more
Confusion about the difference between unfair dismissal and general protections claims warranted giving an employee an extension of time, the Fair Work Commission has ruled. Also in this article, HR salaries in major cities; employers' role in reskilling employees; and more. » more »
Workplace laws failing to prevent s-xual harassment
A union group plans to use the upcoming national inquiry into s-xual harassment to call for legislative changes that place stronger prevention obligations on employers. » more »
FW Act unfit for future of work: Senate inquiry
Employers should be legally required to consult with workers and trade unions before introducing major technological change, according to a Senate committee that also recommends regulatory overhauls for labour hire and gig work. » more »
Prepare now for casual conversion requests
Employers should start preparing immediately for the risks and opportunities posed by the casual conversion clause that will soon be included in all modern awards, according to a legal expert. » more »
Ruling paves way for casual employees to "double dip"
A rejected appeal in a long-running case effectively clears casual employees to "double dip" on entitlements and requires urgent legislative change, authorities say. » more »
Casual conversion requests clarified; Being out at work improves performance; and more
The Fair Work Commission has rejected employer requests to amend the casual conversion clause set to come into effect in most modern awards on 1 October, but it has provided some important clarification on how it operates. Also in this article, most LGBTIQ+ employees remain closeted at work, lowering job satisfaction and wellbeing; tattoo discrimination is a thing of the past; internal promotions lack rigour; and more. » more »
Inquiry to reveal extent of workplace harassment; and more
A new national inquiry into workplace sexual harassment is "long overdue" and will shine a spotlight on HR's prevention efforts. Also in this article, what's known so far about the PageUp data breach risks; research on job insecurity; another state gets labour hire licensing; and more. » more »
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