Two recent Employment Relations Authority decisions concerning... read more
Two recent Employment Relations Authority decisions concerning the government COVID-19 wage subsidy (in Raggett & Ors v Eastern Bay of...
The Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistle-blowers) Bill
The Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistle-blowers) Bill... read more
The Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistle-blowers) Bill (Bill), proposed to replace the existing law which is 20 years old, passed...
Government / July 22, 2020
Temporary Work Visa changes
In May 2020, the Government introduced temporary powers to manage... read more
In May 2020, the Government introduced temporary powers to manage the impact of COVID-19 on immigration matters. Then on 7...
Immigration / July 22, 2020
Paid Parental Leave Increases to 26 Weeks
On 1 July 2020 government-funded parental leave entitlement increased... read more
On 1 July 2020 government-funded parental leave entitlement increased from 22 to 26 weeks for eligible employees. Summary of changes...
Government / July 22, 2020
Health and Safety – Directors back in the spotlight
An Australian Court has imposed suspended 10 month jail sentences... read more
An Australian Court has imposed suspended 10 month jail sentences on two Directors of an auto recycling company for breach...
Health and Safety / July 22, 2020
Assets Seized Following Health and Safety Sentencing
The potential for the Police to seize millions in assets is currently... read more
The potential for the Police to seize millions in assets is currently being tested in a workplace fatality case. Background...
Health and Safety / June 24, 2020