Western Australia now has the highest work health and safety penalties in the country
Yesterday, Wednesday, 3 October 2018, two bills, the Occupational Safety and Health Amendment Act 2018 (WA) and the Mines Safety and Inspection…
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Victorian long service leave changes commencing 1 November 2018
The Long Service Leave Act 2018 (Vic) (the new LSL Act), which will come into operation on 1 November 2018,…
Casual uncertainty: Federal Court decision states that casual employees may be entitled to annual leave
A recent decision of the Full Federal Court has emphasised to employers that they should be cognisant about the way…
Treasury Laws Amendment (Enhancing Whistleblower Protections) Bill 2017
The Treasury Laws Amendment (Enhancing Whistleblower Protections) Bill 2017 is currently before the Senate and aims to strengthen and consolidate…
Teacher reinstated after flawed student allergy dismissal
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has reinstated a teacher at the Hills Christian Community School (Hills School), after finding that…
New Labour Hire Laws in South Australia
The Labour Hire Licensing Act 2017 (SA) (Act) commenced in South Australia on 1 March 2018. The Act creates a…