by Bailey Selth | Nov 7, 2025
As flexible work arrangements and the employee right-to-disconnect become standard features of modern workplaces, employers are grappling with a difficult question: to what extent can you regulate an employee’s conduct outside of work hours? On one hand, employees...
by Bailey Selth | Oct 15, 2025
Hiring the right people starts with getting their employment status right. Many business owners confuse part-time and casual roles, but the distinction matters for compliance, cost, and continuity. Understanding the difference helps you manage your team with...
by Bailey Selth | Oct 1, 2025
In late August 2025, new workplace laws came into effect that directly affect how penalty rates and overtime are treated under Australia’s award system. If you employ staff who are covered by modern awards in industries such as retail, hospitality, clerical, health,...
by Bailey Selth | Jun 5, 2025
From July 2025, industrial manslaughter became a criminal offence under South Australia’s Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA). That means if someone dies as a result of unsafe work practices on your property, even a family member, you as a business operator or...
by Bailey Selth | May 9, 2025
Letting someone go is rarely easy, but getting it wrong can be much harder. In Australia, even if you have a valid reason to terminate someone’s employment, be it misconduct, poor performance, or redundancy, your process must be fair. It’s not just about doing the...
by Bailey Selth | Feb 25, 2025
Understanding Individual Flexibility Arrangements In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, ‘flexibility’ is a necessity. Employers are constantly seeking ways to balance operational demands with employee needs while staying compliant with workplace laws. One...
