Category: News & Commentary
Mondelez Update
In our November 2019 blog, we outlined the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia’s decision on what amounted to a ‘day’ for paid personal/carer’s leave under section 96(1) […]
Being a Small Business is no Excuse
Ignorance is bliss. However, when it comes to the law this is not so. Just because someone does not know the law does not discharge them of their liability for […]
Toot Toot, Chugga Chugga, Big Fat Lie
Being a working parent, whether it is full-time, part-time or as a casual, can be hard. There is the juggling act between an employee’s duties to their employer and wanting […]
Are Customer Surveys an effective Performance Assessment Tool?
Determining what tools to use to assess how an employee’s performance should be evaluated can be tricky for employers. In some professions and industries, it can be an easy decision. […]
What are your work entitlements during natural disasters and emergencies?
After a season of devasting bushfires, Australia has now been hit by a tropical cyclone and severe storms causing serious material damages, road closures and flash flooding. These extreme weather […]
Work Christmas Parties – Employees May Risk More Than Their Dignity
The silly season is fast approaching and the annual work Christmas parties will be starting to happen. The combination of end-of-year cheer and alcohol can create some less than ideal […]