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Fair Work Commission warns against offboarding casual employees without proper notification

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Employers should be mindful that the nature of casual employment does not necessarily mean that a casual employee can be terminated without notice that the employment relationship has ended.

March 24, 2026

Blogs

ICYMI: Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) August 2024 Changes

A number of amendments were made to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) which commenced on 26 August 2024. A brief summary of the changes are set out here for those who may have missed them.

September 30, 2024

News Alerts

"...Ready for it?" - Casuals and Contractors

Workplace Law's Managing Director and Principal, Athena Koelmeyer, explores two key areas that have undergone significant change over the past few years and will undergo yet another change under these amendments – that is, the changes to casual employment and the new definition of employment.

March 19, 2024

Hosting and surviving social work functions

Many employees are excited about upcoming Christmas parties and end of year functions. However, increasingly complex employment laws and the rise in work-related complaints are causing employers to carefully think about hosting such events.

October 9, 2025

Events

Workplace Investigations - A best practice guide

Workplace investigations can be one of the most challenging responsibilities for business leaders, managers and HR professionals. They require not only compliance with legal obligations, but also sensitivity, fairness and an approach that protects both the individuals involved and the integrity of the organisation.

September 25, 2025

Events

Managing ill and injured workers

In her usual entertaining and informative style, our Managing Director and Principal, Athena Koelmeyer, will guide employers through the tangled web of legislative obligations they face when dealing with an ill or injured employee.

April 29, 2025