The International Education Association of Australia (IEAA) has released a document that helps Australian employers understand their options to hire and retain international students and graduates.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) upheld a termination after an employee sent an ‘extraordinary and unacceptable’ amount of text messages at work while expanding her side business.

A new study from Melbourne Chamber member Monash University reveals the need for workplaces to support victim-survivors of domestic and family violence (DFV).

One of the most challenging issues for an employer can be navigating the long-term absence of a staff member due to illness or injury.

The Victorian Chamber’s new Mental Health Comply program helps employers assess, educate and gather the facts about mental health in their workplace

A casual employee was dismissed and replaced by a permanent assistant while she home-schooled her children throughout COVID-19.

The Federal Minister for Skills and Training Brendan O'Connor has outlined his priorities “to tackle the most challenging skills and labour shortages to confront the country in decades”.

On 8 August 2022, the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) announced that it recovered $532 million in unpaid wages for over 384,000 workers in 2021-22.

The City of Melbourne has released a Zero Carbon Buildings for Melbourne discussion paper outlining a target of net zero emissions by 2040.

Businesses must still observe existing obligations under Victorian health and safety law after the end of COVID-19 isolation mandates.

Employers whose staff are potentially exposed to occupational violence (OV) have a legal obligation to identify OV hazards and reduce the risks associated with them.

Employers are advised to be aware of their obligations after a migrant was made to work 50-hour work weeks under unlawful conditions

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria has released a practical guide to help businesses of all sizes to minimise their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Genuine consultation with employees helps employers demonstrate an open and transparent approach to managing change, build trust with the workforce and meet legal obligations.

A recent decision by the Melbourne County Court highlights the importance of employers managing fall-from-height risks within their workplace in line with Victorian laws.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has reinstated a cabin crew supervisor who was dismissed after 14 years of employment with Virgin Australia.