From pointonpartners.com.au: The Federal Court found St Basil’s Homes, an aged care provider, unlawfully terminated a registered nurse’s employment in violation of the Fair Work Act 2009 due to her workplace complaints and race.… read more
From www.khq.com.au: The Federal Government has appointed Amanda Rishworth as the new Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, succeeding Murray Watt.
Recent updates include Safe Work Australia’s report highlighting safety concerns in the nursing sector and a notable NT Supreme Court ruling reaffirming a company’s convictions for a workplace fatality.… read more
From www.aigroup.com.au: Stay interviews are proactive, structured conversations between managers and employees designed to explore what keeps employees engaged and what might drive them away.… read more
From www.accountantsdaily.com.au: Businesses should avoid promoting “accidental leaders,” who are employees advanced to leadership positions without adequate training and support, as this can lead to issues like stress, burnout, and low morale among teams.… read more
From www.holdingredlich.com: Recent High Court rulings in Australia have shifted the legal framework for employee classification from a multifactorial test to a focus on contractual terms, affecting superannuation obligations.… read more
From www.goingconcern.com: [US context]A federal judge has allowed a class action lawsuit against Workday to proceed, initiated by five plaintiffs over the age of 40 who claim the company’s AI hiring system discriminated against them based on age, violating the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.… read more
From www.accountingtoday.com: [US context] Accounting faces a significant talent shortage exacerbated by widening salary gaps, as many prospective professionals are drawn to higher-paying careers in data science and software development.… read more
From www.themandarin.com.au: Australia faces a significant issue with the deskilling of migrants, with 44% working below their potential, which could contribute an additional $9 billion to the economy if fully utilised.… read more
From www.themandarin.com.au: The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) lost its bid to escalate an unfair dismissal case regarding former Chief Information Security Officer Alex Adams to the Federal Court.… read more
From publicaccountant.com.au: The Australian Tax Office’s new guidance and recent High Court rulings clarify the distinction between employees and contractors, emphasizing the importance of the written contracts in determining worker classification.… read more
From www.accountantsdaily.com.au: Kelly+Partners, an accounting firm in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, has launched an innovative recruitment strategy by distributing free coffees to local commuters to attract accountants.… read more
From piperalderman.com.au: The Fair Work Commission’s decision in Elizabeth Naden v Catholic Schools Broken Bay Limited clarifies employers’ obligations when refusing requests for flexible work arrangements under section 65A of the Fair Work Act 2009.… read more
From www.russellkennedy.com.au: The Supreme Court of Victoria confirmed the extensive reach of the LeavePlus portable long service leave scheme, ruling that businesses outside the traditional construction industry may still be liable for contributions.… read more
From alvarezandmarsal.com: Transformation requires alignment with business objectives to enhance performance rather than simply adding amenities to a business.
Unproductive cultures, characterised by unclear expectations and micromanagement, hinder organizations from achieving their performance targets and drive away talent.… read more
From www.aigroup.com.au: Leaders preparing for remuneration reviews should understand the rationale behind pay decisions and be ready to address emotions during discussions.
Effective conversations require active listening, two-way communication, and thoughtful preparation prior to meetings.… read more