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Mental Health
Mental health issues are the 3rd most frequent health condition after cancer & health disease. This means supervisors are likely to be managing workers suffering from a mental illness. We have identified common mental health hazards &...
Ignorance No Longer An Excuse
In light of recent underpayment cases, we’re reposting our article as new laws confirm employers can no longer claim ignorance of record?keeping and pay obligations. Fair Work Ombudsman secured back payments, including $25,220 for a Lake Macquarie...
Working In Bad Weather
Approximately 25% of Australia's workforce are employed in jobs that may require working outdoors for at least some of the time. Recent bushfires, smoke and heavy rain, prompted us to review employers responsibilities for working in bad weather....
What breaks are you entitled to?
Breaks are essential for employee wellbeing, productivity, and compliance with workplace laws. In Australia, entitlements are set out by the Fair Work Ombudsman and vary depending on your industry award or enterprise agreement. Employers must...