Federal Election 2022: What does a change of government mean for Australia’s industrial relations and WHS framework?
In the federal election of May 2022, the Labor Party made several announcements about its prospective reforms to certain aspects of…
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The new Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA), associated Regulations and Codes of Practice are now in effect – Are you ready?
The Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA) (WHS Act) was passed through parliament in 2020 and took effect from…
Fair Work Commission hands down first decision in its new anti-sexual harassment jurisdiction
On 11 September 2021 the Sex Discrimination and Fair Work (Respect at Work) Amendment Act 2021 (Cth) (Respect at Work…
Zombie agreements – The clock is ticking, act now
‘Zombie’ agreements is a term used to describe enterprise agreements that have passed their nominal expiry date but remain preserved…
Case law round-up – mandatory vaccinations
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the Australian Government and employers are faced with the difficult task of implementing strategies in…
Important deadline of 27 September 2021 for casual conversion fast approaching
On 26 March 2021, the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (FW Act) was amended to make significant changes to casual employment which…