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Lack of support for casual migrant employee with limited English resulted in unfair dismissal

A migrant worker with limited English was unfairly dismissed after being made redundant without support or consultation. The Fair Work Commission emphasised the need for extra care with vulnerable workers in such cases.

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Employer vicariously liable for worker’s casual act of negligence: $2.5 million payout

When an employee’s casual negligence in a team lift landed a labour-hire worker in severe, chronic pain, a court found the host employer was vicariously liable. Read why the court accepted the worker’s claim.

Sense of connection and contribution have decreased post-pandemic

In what was expected to be a "normal" year, Australians report feeling less connected, valued, and included at work. However, organisations prioritising diversity and inclusion demonstrate a remarkable ability to buck this trend.

How to run a meeting to get the most out of it

Meetings are an inevitable part of a normal business week, but they can be a waste of time and are not always necessary. This is particularly true as a large portion of the workforce is transitioning to working from home.

How you can connect your business to a world of global opportunities

A conversation with Reza Mapar, Chief of Development Business Unit, United Nations, about the opportunities for businesses around the world to successfully access and bid on international contracts.

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Harassing a co-worker in airport lounge was “in course of employment”

The Fair Work Commission upheld the dismissal of a mine worker for sexually harassing co-workers in an airport lounge and on a flight, ruling the incidents occurred "in the course of employment."

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Talent is top of mind for Aussie business leaders

The key issues facing Australian businesses have shifted away from the pandemic and towards recruiting and retaining talent in an increasingly uncertain economy.  

The ins and outs of data breaches Australia

If you collect personal information in your business, you need to understand your obligations regarding storing, maintaining and protecting customer and employee data. Let’s demystify data and what to do if there’s a data breach.

Vaccine passports – a good idea or an invasion of privacy?

The prospect of needing a ‘health pass’ or ‘vaccination passport’ to get around has some people up in arms, while others are all for it.

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Loss of company vehicle meant new job wasn’t a suitable “alternative”

A foreperson with eight years of service faced a dilemma when his new job offer lacked the company vehicle he relied on for daily commutes.