Skip to main content

Insights

Filter by topic

11 Dec 2023

Big changes to privacy law in the pipeline
In February this year, the Commonwealth released its report responding to the recommendations arising out of an extensive 2-year review of the Privacy Act. The recommendations are aimed at making the Privacy Act fit for purpose for the digital age...
A blurred out image of a woman pressing a lock which appears to be on a screen in front of her
5 Oct 2023

Probationary periods in peril
It is often assumed that an employer need not have or give any reason for terminating an employee’s employment during a probationary period. However, a recent High Court decision against Qantas highlights the importance of employers exercising caution...
What appears to be a woman and a man shaking hands over a desk with a resume and laptop visible
25 Sept 2023

Industrial relations: an ever changing landscape
Kylie Dunn discusses the federal government’s latest round of proposed amendments to the Fair Work Act. The Closing Loopholes Bill covers a wide variety of topics, many of which will (if passed) have a significant impact on business’ working arrangements.
An Australian landscape image featuring gum trees in the foreground, cloudy blue skies and mountains in the background
31 May 2023

Pay secrecy clauses banned from 7 June 2023
Did you know that your business’ upcoming pay review process might trigger your employees gaining the right to publicly discuss their remuneration? Kylie Dunn discusses the new ban on pay secrecy clauses in employment contracts...
CRAFT CMS WIP Website Banner Image Size 9
16 May 2023

Myth-busting: Workplace law
Workplace law can be complicated. Employers are faced with understanding and implementing an increasingly regulated and often “employee friendly” set of rules, requirements and laws. Kylie Dunn clarifies some common workplace law myths.
A group of staff leaning over a boardroom table discussing something