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Fair Work Commission proposes variation to facilitate working from home arrangements

The COVID-19 pandemic and associated public health orders which were issued saw employees stopping their daily office commute and work from their kitchen tables or bedrooms. In those circumstances, many employees were also providing domestic care and education support to their families and young children.

August 31, 2026

News Alerts

Annual Wage Review Decision 2026

The Fair Work Commission’s Expert Panel has announced the outcome of its annual review of the national minimum wage and minimum wages under the modern awards.

June 4, 2026

News Alerts

Employee leaving apprentices on elevated work platform valid reason for dismissal

You keep me hanging on

New employees to the workforce require appropriate supervision while they build new skills and to ensure that they work in a safe manner. The obligation to ensure the safety of new workers also extends to ensuring their psychosocial safety, including the psychosocial risks of bullying.

May 12, 2026

flexible working arrangements

employment law

"Rein(deer) me in" - Managing workplace behaviour

For employers, poor workplace behaviour can be difficult to identify and address – and often when it is too late. Where poor workplace behaviour arises, including at end of year Christmas parties and social functions, employers are left to deal with the aftermath.

September 10, 2026

Events

Managing WHS and Psychosocial Hazards in Sport

Governing sports bodies and sporting organisations, from grass roots to elite professional levels, have a responsibility to provide a safe and healthy environment for everyone involved. We will explore what this means in a WHS context and lead attendees through a range of key topics.

July 6, 2026

Events

Flexible Working Arrangements

Our Managing Director and Principal, Athena Koelmeyer, will explore one of the most challenging frontiers employers are facing today, flexible work arrangements - what are they, who can make them and how to respond.

May 7, 2026