Workplace Relations Minister Julia Gillard has introduced the Federal Government’s new industrial relations legislation, effectively bring…

Workplace Relations Minister Julia Gillard has introduced the Federal Government’s new industrial relations legislation, effectively bring…
Yesterday we finally got the detail of the Federal Government’s new workplace relations laws including collective bargaining, unfair dismi…
Workplace Relations Minister Julia Gillard has introduced the Government’s new industrial relations legislation, effectively bringing an e…
A recent Supreme Court decision has found contracts of employment require employers to treat employees honestly and fairly. Sounds simple, b…
For staff to be motivated and committed to results or even to change, organisations must recognise and reward achievement. Here’s how you ca…
The Federal Government’s proposed internet filter will be a tax on Australian business and do little to fix the problem of online nasties….
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SmartCompany surveyed businesses on whether or not they would be curbing Christmas festivities this year because of the downturn. While it�…
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Penalties for serious occupational health and safety offences could rise significantly under a new OH&S model presented to federal and s…
Is workplace drug and alcohol testing an employer’s right, or an invasion of your staff’s privacy? ANDREW DOUGLAS By Andrew DouglasThis…