On 3 December, a 5 member Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) delivered its decision regarding whether BHP’s mandatory requirement that employees be vaccinated to enter worksites was lawful and reasonable. In…
Read moreImpending MUA action over the Christmas period – not officially announced as yet Driver shortages in Europe/US SERVICES Transhipment delays/congestion are incurring at all major transhipment ports – up to 6 weeks delay…
Read moreUnder the previous super scheme, where an employee joined a new employer and did not provide their super fund account details, their contributions would be paid to the employer’s default super scheme. This has…
Read moreThe ideal situation for an employer is to have all employees, clients, customers, and visitors fully vaccinated, keeping their distance from one another, and wearing properly fitting masks, as well as excellent indoor ventilation, thorough…
Read moreAdopt flexibility Flexible work approaches including part-time, job share, work from home or hybrid options are the way forward. Allow existing staff to have options and make this clear when recruiting for new…
Read moreSERVICES Transhipment delays/congestion are incurring at all major transhipment ports – up to 6 weeks delay with further delays expected with the incoming Omissions continue while the Shipping Lines work through schedule recovery Equipment/space…
Read moreThe return of unvaccinated workers to the workplace raises thorny questions for employers. Do they pose a risk to others? How to know who’s vaccinated and who isn’t? What to do if vaccinated workers…
Read moreThis month we recognised Mental Health Week in different States. As employers, we are becoming more and more aware of Mental Health in the workplace and the importance for creating a healthy workplace environment.…
Read morePlanning to close over the Christmas/New Year period? It’s time to start planning. Many employers opt to close their doors over the Christmas holiday period. Here’s what you need to know if you’re contemplating…
Read more“Today’s data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics confirms the size of the HomeBuilder boom, with more detached house commencements than in any previous quarter or year on record,” stated HIA Economist Tom Devitt.…
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