The Disability Royal Commission has a particular focus which is quite specific in respect of mistreatment of people with disabilities. There is acknowledgement that people who have disabilities have a right of respect of their worth and fulfil their potential to be...
What powers does the Disability Royal Commission have to request information from NDIS providers? This week many of the larger NDIS providers received a letter from the Disability Royal Commission notifying them that they may soon be issued with formal requests for...
A landmark Federal Court decision brought forward by the Australian Manufacturing Worker’s Union saw increased employee rights regarding personal leave, including sick leave back pay. The decision greatly affected both employers and employees and has paved the way for...
A code of conduct sets out the social, ethical and behavioural norms of an organisation. These policies will often set out the expected tone and culture of a workplace, with guiding principles on appropriate behaviour that can range from how an employee is expected to...
Here is an example of a ruling that makes clear that employees who make personal or anonymous social media posts which conflict with the obligations or values set out in their workplace code of conduct may be dismissed as a result. On the 7th of August the High Court...
Investigations can often lead to disciplinary proceedings or termination and, in turn, claims for unfair dismissal. It is important to ensure that they are conducted properly and with regard to all relevant legal standards. Many employers have complaints and workplace...
Disability service providers should start preparing for the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. The Royal Commission, established in April 2019, has released its Terms of Reference. These Terms of Reference...
Some time ago, the Victorian State Services Authority anticipated the ageing of the workforce. Analysis and suggestions toward older workers were originally aimed at the State Public Service, but have proved to be valid for older workers in other workplaces as well....
For the last two years, the Fair Work Ombudsman's office headed by Sandra Parker has been investigating the relationship between Uber and its drivers. The result has caused surprise in several quarters, seeing that her final statement read as follows: "The weight of...
With the ever-changing terrain surrounding Australian businesses and their specific industries, employers and employees should be aware of recent Employment Law updates that have been made effective in the new financial year. These changes include increased salary...
You should review prior complaints by clients, families and staff and ensure your workplace complaints procedure is legally compliant in the lead up to the Disability Royal Commission The Royal Commission has been charged with investigating violence, abuse and neglect...
In June this year the Fair Work Commission announced the results of its annual review of wages, in which it was decided on a minimum wage increase of 3.75%. Whilst you likely heard that the increase would apply to the National Minimum Wage, most workers actually have...
To avoid penalties, overseas employers need to be aware of the requirements set by Australian employment laws before hiring staff within Australia to.Generally, companies which are registered outside of Australia will be considered a ‘foreign company’ for the purposes...
There is no reason why Company Title buildings should not be converted to Strata Title. Indeed, converting Company Title to Strata Title may be in the financial interests of all existing shareholders. This is particularly relevant in the current financial market,...
Get help understanding the banking and finance award system, how the high income threshold can affect you, and whether a redundancy is legitimate.Modern awards have been imposed by the Fair Work Commission and are present to ensure an employee is receiving all their...
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