Qantas Airways Limited v Transport Workers Union of Australia [2023] HCA 27 Background On 30 November 2020, Qantas (The Employer) decided to outsource its ground handling operations to reduce costs. Qantas stated that the decision was for financial reasons as its operations had been severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of this […]
Consultations have been ongoing with relevant parties on the second tranche of industrial relations reforms, which are likely to be introduced in Parliament sometime next month. As such, businesses should prepare themselves for the changes that could potentially affect them as a result of the incoming legislation. Please note that the following discussion points are […]
Companies considering expanding their business may be faced with the question of whether to hire employees or independent contractors to cope with the business growth. There are various advantages and disadvantages to hiring an employee or independent contractor, but any decision made should reflect business needs. If you would like to know more about the […]
In December 2022 the Government passed the Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill 2022 to tackle a number of issues raised at the September 2022 National Jobs and Skills Summit. The Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill, along with several other Bills brings a number of changes employers need to be aware of in terms of employment, workplace issues […]
The Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Act 2022 is a game-changer for workplaces in Australia. This new act has significant implications for all businesses by bringing discrimination and harassment responsibilities in line with health and safety compliance. It is essential for business owners to understand what this means for them and […]
Subscribers operating under or considering an Enterprise Agreement (Agreement) should be aware of recent changes made by the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022. With these changes outlined below, members may decide to start implementing their own single Agreements to avoid being possibly compelled into bargaining by employee bargaining representatives in the future. […]
It is important to be aware of upcoming changes to the Family and Domestic Violence Leave entitlements under the National Employment Standards (NES) and proposed amendments to the Paid Parental Leave framework. Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave All employees, including casuals, can access 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave which renews yearly […]
It’s that time of year again. Getting cosy with your family and friends, ready to watch Elf for the 19th year in a row? The Merry Season has arrived! Aside from the time spent with family and friends and the chaos that ensues with wrapping up for the year, December is filled with Christmas parties as […]
Employers should be aware of legislative changes that have recently been formally approved in the Industrial Relations space. It is also important to keep informed of proposed changes which form part of the government’s Industrial Relations reform agenda. Recent changes Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave From 1 February 2023, employees will be immediately able […]
Introduction: Constructive Legal Solutions Principal Lawyer Saras Varatharajullu discusses the responsibilities of Directors of Contractors and Suppliers to companies such as Probuild and what they need to be acutely aware of due to the collapse and the options of action open to them.