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Worker gets green light to pursue dismissal claim
A church worker sacked for obtaining a COVID-19 vaccination can pursue her unfair dismissal claim, after the Fair Work Commission ruled she was an employee.
Working from home claim shortcut
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has created a working from home claim shortcut to make it easier for workers who have moved to remote work.
Two jobs into one: redundancy or dismissal?
When making a role redundant, employers need to ensure the redundancy is genuine. Read this case about a redundancy dispute.
Can you stand down employees during an economic downturn?
During an economic downturn, can employers stand down employees? Find out more about your obligations as an employer during challenging times here.
Can transferred employees be put on probation?
Are employees who are transferred to a new employer subject to another probation period? Read more here about minimum periods of employment.
Do weekend workers get extra annual leave?
What entitlements are due if part-time staff regularly work on Sundays?
No discrimination: autism not disclosed
An employee with autism who was dismissed for aggressive behaviour at work has lost his claim of discrimination and adverse action.
Non-promotion of 'stressed' worker wasn't bullying
A hotel worker's application for stop-bullying orders has failed, however, the Fair Work Commission had a word of warning for managers.
Do public holiday penalties apply to casuals?
Are casual employees entitled to penalty rates if they work on a public holiday?
Employer cops hefty fine for ignoring FWC
An employer that failed to heed a Fair Work Commission recommendation must now cough up more than $50k in penalties and fines.