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 want for Christmas is respect – the never-ending saga of sexual harassment at Christmas parties.” This is the final episode of Friday Workplace Briefing (FWB) for 2025, and we’re signing off until 30 January.

Thank you for joining us throughout the year — we’ve loved sharing insights to help you navigate the ever-shifting workplace landscape.v

To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link.

As we head into the festive season, workplace celebrations are gearing up &mdash; 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 <a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/">Andrew </a>and <a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/">Kim </a>explore a topic that unfortunately remains all too relevant:
&ldquo;All I want for Christmas is respect &ndash; the never-ending saga of sexual harassment at Christmas parties.&rdquo; This is the final episode of Friday Workplace Briefing (FWB) for 2025, and we&rsquo;re signing off until 30 January.
Thank you for joining us throughout the year &mdash; we&rsquo;ve loved sharing insights to help you navigate the ever-shifting workplace landscape.v
To view the full episode and catch up with the week&rsquo;s latest news and developments, please visit this <a href="https://youtu.be/CdqtY4LYLbE">link.</a>

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most&nbsp;significant&nbsp;developments, issues and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

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

Join us this week as Andrew Douglas and Kim McLagan lead an engaging discussion on the topic “Who Are We at Work?” In this session, they’ll explore the balance between being respected and being liked in the workplace, and examine the potential risks that can come with personal disclosure in professional environments.

Andrew and Kim will help unpack how the way we present ourselves at work can influence relationships, perceptions, and professional boundaries.

We hope you can join us for what promises to be a thought-provoking conversation.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

Join us this week as <a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim McLagan</a>&nbsp;lead an engaging discussion on the topic&nbsp;&ldquo;Who Are We at Work?&rdquo;&nbsp;In this session, they&rsquo;ll explore the balance between being respected and being liked in the workplace, and examine the potential risks that can come with personal disclosure in professional environments. Andrew and Kim will help unpack how the way we present ourselves at work can influence relationships, perceptions, and professional boundaries. We hope you can join us for what promises to be a thought-provoking conversation. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/bSslEeWWX-Q" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

Who are We at Work? Respect or Liked and the Risks of Personal Disclosure

Andrew Douglas and Tom Daly explore one of the most pressing and complex challenges facing Australian workplaces today: overseas workers, racism, and safety.

As public debate continues to be shaped by anti-immigration rhetoric, it is critical for organisations to focus on the facts. Australia’s economy depends on both skilled and unskilled migrant labour. Beyond filling workforce gaps, overseas workers contribute to innovation, productivity, and cultural strength within our organisations.

Creating a safe and respectful workplace is not just a moral obligation — it is essential to operational stability, legal compliance, and long-term success. Organisations that fail to foster inclusive and culturally safe environments risk reputational damage, regulatory scrutiny, and workforce disengagement.

Join us for a clear, practical discussion on how employers can lead with integrity, strengthen culture, and ensure every worker — regardless of background — is treated with dignity and respect.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/andrew-douglas/" data-ac-default-color="1">Andrew Douglas</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-daly-6258381b8/" data-ac-default-color="1">Tom Daly</a>&nbsp;explore one of the most pressing and complex challenges facing Australian workplaces today: overseas workers, racism, and safety. As public debate continues to be shaped by anti-immigration rhetoric, it is critical for organisations to focus on the facts. Australia&rsquo;s economy depends on both skilled and unskilled migrant labour. Beyond filling workforce gaps, overseas workers contribute to innovation, productivity, and cultural strength within our organisations. Creating a safe and respectful workplace is not just a moral obligation &mdash; it is essential to operational stability, legal compliance, and long-term success. Organisations that fail to foster inclusive and culturally safe environments risk reputational damage, regulatory scrutiny, and workforce disengagement. Join us for a clear, practical discussion on how employers can lead with integrity, strengthen culture, and ensure every worker &mdash; regardless of background &mdash; is treated with dignity and respect. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SWzXTFp-VGE" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

FWC Full Bench Makes its Stance Clear That Racism has "no Place in Any Workplace.

This week, our presenters Kim McLagan and Monnette Samo look forward to sharing key insights and developments from the past week, including an important and timely discussion on workplace sexual harassment.

Courts and Tribunals are continuing to take an increasingly firm approach to sexual harassment claims. Recent decisions demonstrate a clear expectation that employers must take proactive, meaningful steps to prevent harassment before it occurs — not simply respond after a complaint is made. Organisations that fail to implement adequate policies, training, reporting mechanisms, and cultural safeguards are facing significant financial penalties, reputational damage, and heightened regulatory scrutiny.

Prevention is no longer optional — it is a legal and commercial imperative. Taking early, well-documented action not only protects your people but also safeguards your organisation’s reputation and long-term success.

Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.

This week, our presenters&nbsp;<a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/kim-mclagan/" data-ac-default-color="1">Kim McLagan</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcsamo/" data-ac-default-color="1">Monnette Samo</a>&nbsp;look forward to sharing key insights and developments from the past week, including an important and timely discussion on workplace sexual harassment. Courts and Tribunals are continuing to take an increasingly firm approach to sexual harassment claims. Recent decisions demonstrate a clear expectation that employers must take proactive, meaningful steps to prevent harassment before it occurs &mdash; not simply respond after a complaint is made. Organisations that fail to implement adequate policies, training, reporting mechanisms, and cultural safeguards are facing significant financial penalties, reputational damage, and heightened regulatory scrutiny. Prevention is no longer optional &mdash; it is a legal and commercial imperative. Taking early, well-documented action not only protects your people but also safeguards your organisation&rsquo;s reputation and long-term success. Watch this week&rsquo;s Friday Workplace Briefing Video&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/IEglqqo_Mi8" data-ac-default-color="1">here</a>.

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

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