Christmas Parties and Employee Safety All I Want for Christmas Is Respect – The Never-Ending Saga of Sexual Harassment at Christmas Parties

As we head into the festive season, workplace celebrations are gearing up — but so too are the risks that employers need to keep front of mind. This week, we dive into Christmas parties and employee safety, and Andrew and Kim explore a topic that unfortunately remains all too relevant: “All I wan…

Privacy and out of Work Behaviour – When can You Discipline?

in the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Nina discuss one of the most timely and challenging issues facing employers today: privacy and out-of-work behaviour — and when it crosses the line into disciplinable conduct. They explore the new case of Margetts v State of Queensland …

Getting Your Drug and Alcohol Policy Right – Then Following It.

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Kim break down a critical issue for employers: how to get your drug and alcohol policy right—and follow it consistently. Too often, organisations act impulsively and require testing without clear process or explanation. This episode hi…

Complaining About Work Online Is Not a Workplace Right Under General Protections

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Tom explore a timely and important topic: why complaining about work online is not a workplace right under general protections. They explore how employees who air grievances online may unintentionally breach their employment obligation…

What Happens When You are Assaulted and WFH-yes, it is Compensable. Any Physical or Psychological Hazard Experienced Whilst Working from Home that Causes Harm is Both a Safety Issue and a Compensable Injury.

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Nina discuss What Happens When You are Assaulted and WFH-yes, it is Compensable. Any Physical or Psychological Hazard Experienced Whilst Working from Home that Causes Harm is Both a Safety Issue and a Compensable Injury. To view the f…

The Duty of Good Faith and Fidelity When Applying for Jobs with a Client

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Tom discuss the duty of good faith and fidelity when applying for jobs with a client. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link.

Flexible Work, Hybrid Arrangements and Westpac – New Flexibility at Work the Latest Case Will Embolden Primary Carers to Push for Workplace Flexibility

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Nina discuss Flexible Work, Hybrid Arrangements and Westpac New Flexibility at Work the Latest Case Will Embolden Primary Carers to Push for Workplace Flexibility To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and d…

Restructuring Out Employee on Parental Leave – Morally and Legally a Fraught Process.

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Monnette discuss the morally and legally fraught process of Restructuring Out Employees on Parental Leave. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link. 

Major Risks Require Specialised Advice – The Need for Competency in Major Safety Risks

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Kim dive into the critical topic: Major Risks Require Specialised Advice - The Need for Competency in Major Safety Risks. When it comes to serious incidents, lack of knowledge is no defence. To view the full episode and catch up with …

SafeWork Meddling in Restructures – New Industrial Risks for Employers

In this episode, Andrew and Nina discuss SafeWork Meddling in Restructures – New Industrial Risks for Employers How safety regulators and the Unions are targeting large scale restructuring with improvement notices and industrialising safety  To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s l…