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workplace relations

Understanding workplace reform in 2023

In late 2022, the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Secure Jobs, Better Pay Amendment Act 2022’ was passed by Federal Parliament, delivering some of the most significant changes to Australia’s industrial relations laws in the last decade.

09 January 2023

health safety and wellbeing

How leaders can cope with stress and thrive

You may have implemented employee wellbeing programs in your organisation, but it’s all too common for managers to overlook their own needs. In the day-to-day grind of directing a team, managing stakeholders, keeping track of outputs and countless other tasks, where does your mental wellbeing fit in?

16 January 2023

workplace relations

Can you swap a public holiday for another day?

This month many Australians will be celebrating Australia Day on January 26.

20 January 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Physio-approved tips for calibrating your workspace

If you have a desk job, here’s what it’s doing to your body.

23 January 2023

workplace relations

Employee dismissed for unauthorised leave

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) denied an employee’s unfair dismissal application after he took a period of unauthorised leave to visit a relative overseas and subsequently filed his application 15 days late.

30 January 2023

workplace relations

Unfair dismissal over ‘racial slurs’

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has awarded compensation to an employee unfairly dismissed for making “unsophisticated” comments after the company did not allow procedural fairness during the dismissal.

07 February 2023

workplace relations

‘Zombie Agreements’ to expire in 2023

In late 2022, the Federal Parliament passed the Secure Jobs, Better Pay Amendment Act 2022, featuring some of the most significant changes to Australia’s industrial relations laws in the last decade.

13 February 2023

health safety and wellbeing

People strategy — Why is it so important?

Employers are currently presented with a rare opportunity to re-evaluate the value of the employee experience and the impact it has on overall business performance.

15 February 2023

member stories

Why digital transformation is important to consider

We often hear about the importance of updating a company’s technological capabilities regularly. But why is digital transformation so important to consider in your business growth strategy this year?

15 February 2023

member stories

Simple ways to help manage your money better

The new year is an excellent opportunity to reflect on what we want to achieve in 2023, personally or financially. Getting a head start on managing your finances and super can make a big difference in achieving your savings goals. From budgeting to managing your super, here are some simple ways to help improve your finances in 2023.

20 February 2023

workplace relations

Unfair dismissal of employee sleeping on the job

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has awarded compensation to a truck driver who was unfairly dismissed for sleeping on the job after the company did not uphold procedural fairness during the dismissal.

21 February 2023

member stories

Qantas launches regional grants program

Melbourne Chamber member Qantas is inviting regional community groups across Australia to apply for a share of $10 million as part of its grants program

28 February 2023

workplace relations

Managing absenteeism in the workplace

When a workplace has an employee with patterns of absence or excessive levels of absence, it can make it difficult for a team to perform at its best.

28 February 2023

economy

Growing business concern over energy impacts

A new Victorian Chamber survey has revealed most businesses are increasingly concerned about the impact of energy prices and want Government support on long-term solutions to reach a net-zero economy.

01 March 2023

esg

Major hydrogen milestone for Victoria

In a major $2.35 billion energy announcement on Tuesday, Victoria was chosen as preferred location for the Hydrogen Energy Supply Chain (HESC) project – a collaboration involving the Japanese, Australian and Victorian Governments.

ESG

07 March 2023

workplace relations

Dismissal not based on ‘pregnancy discrimination’

The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia has denied a General Protections application with the Fair Work Commission (FWC) after finding that an experienced human resources manager was not forced to resign by her employer after her unpaid parental leave request was denied.

08 March 2023


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