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Transfers of employment, continuity of service and secondment
Calculating an employee's entitlements can be tricky, especially when numerous factors come into play.
Can an employee have two contracts with one employer?
Can someone have two separate contracts of employment with the same employer? Read more about employment contracts here.
Employer can’t “revive” a resignation after parties have agreed to continue employment
The Fair Work Commission ruled that an employer could not unilaterally "accept" an employee's earlier resignation after both parties had agreed to continue the employment under new flexible arrangements.
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."
Can a COVID-19 vaccination be a condition of employment?
As many readers may have guessed, there is not a clear yes or no answer to this question. Whilst the Federal Government is encouraging all members of the community to get vaccinated, receiving the jab is voluntary and appears highly likely to remain that way in Australia.
Is a temporary change of hours permitted?
Are you required to change a part-timer's employment contract if they temporarily work full-time hours?
Fewer women in part-time work may open doors to gender equality
New research reveals a 3.2% decline in the proportion of women in part-time work, hinting at a shift toward gender equality. Employers are encouraged to embrace flexible work arrangements, reduce career penalties for part-time employees, and support women's full-time participation.
A banned job applicant pursues extensive discrimination claim
An unsuccessful job applicant who applied for twelve RMIT roles claimed was prohibited from applying for future positions filed an unlawful discrimination claim that nearly every protected attribute of the Equal Opportunity Act was breached.
How to reduce bias in AI recruitment
A new report from Diversity Council Australia has warned that AI-powered recruitment can negatively impact workplace diversity unless it is deployed with an inclusive approach.
Dyslexia at work: what should employers do?
It can remain a challenge throughout life and can be a major barrier when it comes to employment.