Employment Relations and Human Resources Information

Below you'll find helpful articles about addressing problematic and disruptive employees, handling terminations, managing complaints, navigating Fair Work Commission (FWC) hearings, interpreting awards, preventing pay theft, and tips for dealing with the EBA negotiation process.  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us directly. 

Redundancy Laws in Australia: A Guide for HR Managers and Small Business Owners

Redundancy Laws in Australia: A Guide for HR Managers and Small Business Owners Redundancy is [...]

Executive Termination Risks: Legal Considerations When Dismissing Senior Managers in Australia

Understanding the Legal Risks of Terminating Executives Ending the employment of senior executives or high-income [...]

Serious Misconduct in the Workplace: A Guide to Lawful and Reasonable Instructions for HR Managers and Business Owners

HR managers, line managers, and business owners often face challenges when employees refuse to comply [...]

Key Legal Risks for Employers – Workplace Bullying (NSW, Australia)

With growing awareness of the harmful effects of bullying at work, employers must be proactive [...]

The Challenge of Toxic Employees: A Tough Decision

I’m betting that everyone reading this article will know someone in their organisation whose disruptive [...]

Unfair Dismissal in Australia: Understanding Your Rights and the Process

Unfair dismissal claims in Australia are a crucial legal avenue for employees who believe they [...]

The Importance of Stakeholder Management in Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) in Australia

As Enterprise Agreements (EBAs) near their expiry, organisations must prepare for potential industrial action. In [...]

How to Choose the Right Workplace Investigator for Your Business

Learn how to choose the right workplace investigator to handle sensitive issues fairly and effectively [...]

The Risks of Untrained HR Managers in Workplace Investigations

In any Australian workplace, it’s vital that investigations into employee complaints are handled fairly, thoroughly, [...]

The Costly Impact of Back Pay Agreements During EBA Negotiations

Introduction Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) are a critical aspect of managing workplace relations in Australia. [...]