Crack Down on “Fake” Casuals

Crack Down on “Fake” Casuals

Historical context (2018; reviewed October 2026): This article described an earlier debate about casual classification. Rules changed on 26 August 2024, including the legal definition and the employee choice pathway to permanent employment. Employers should check the...
Drug & Alcohol Testing

Drug & Alcohol Testing

There are a number of issues employers should consider before introducing drug & alcohol testing into their workplace. First & foremost, an employer must consider if they have a right to drug & alcohol test their workers? HR professionals support...