Employment & Workplace Relations
Why Have an Employment Agreement?
When an employee embarks on a new job opportunity, the employer will usually have the employee sign…
Adopting a New Company Constitution
A company constitution is essential in regulating the activities and management of companies. Read…
New Rules for Fixed Term Contracts
The 6th of December 2023 saw a rollout of a changes to fixed term employment contracts. Learn more…
Unlocking the Mystery: When Will the Fair Work Commission Grant Costs Orders
The Fair Work Commission is by and large, a no-costs jurisdiction. Meaning parties in proceedings…
Contractors v Employees
There is a fine line between what constitutes a contractor and an employee, therefore employers act…
What to consider when leaving your job to start your own business
When leaving your job to start your own business, there are certain things to consider if your new…
Not paying Super? Penalties are guaranteed.
An employer must pay an employee’s superannuation in accordance with their ordinary pay cycle or…
High Court Hands Down Casual Employment Ruling
The High Court’s decision on 4 August 2021 in the case of WorkPac Pty Ltd v Rossato & Ors has set…
Can Employers Terminate Staff for Breaching Public Health Orders?
Case law suggests that employers are able to justify dismissing employees without notice for…
Can my employer make it mandatory that I am vaccinated?
Is it legal for my employer to make me get the COVID vaccine? What rights do employers and…