Crack Down on “Fake” Casuals
Australia’s workplace landscape is undergoing significant change, with growing pressure on businesses to address the issue of so?called “fake” casuals. The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has raised concerns that many workers classified as casuals are, in reality, working under arrangements that closely resemble permanent employment. This has sparked calls for tighter definitions and stronger employee protections under the Fair Work Act 2009.
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We talk with businesses of all sizes across industries and many decide not to invest in pre-employment assessments or medicals before hiring employees.