Month: June 2021

Casuals Court Decision Overturned by New Laws

The Federal Government has overturned the Federal Court decision in Workpac v Rossato with the passing of the Fair Work Amendment (Supporting Australia’s Jobs and Economic Recovery) Bill 2020 (the Bill). The Workpac v Rossato decision had confirmed that some casual workers were entitled to paid leave. The Bill has introduced a definition to casual …

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Workplace Investigations: A Step-by-Step Guide

The recent scandals in Federal Parliament have shone a light on the need for workplace investigations and the importance of taking these investigations seriously. This article aims to provide guidance to businesses on how to conduct an effective and efficient workplace investigation. Deciding to Investigate The first task of a HR representative is to make …

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