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member stories

MindAtlas: creating engaging learning solutions

MindAtlas is the creator of the world's most flexible, engaging and interactive eLearning management systems and custom courseware.

Fast Five

02 November 2022

member stories

The new normal: a hybrid work model

As employers, we’re all in this together. Navigating new ways of working as we attempt to implement some structure and normalcy while learning to live with COVID-19.

02 November 2022

workplace relations

Employee dismissed for unreasonable personal texting

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.

28 October 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Domestic violence support in the workplace

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

26 October 2022

workplace relations

Managing long-term work absences

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.

24 October 2022

member stories

NECA: training generations of electricians

NECA Education and Careers was founded to support and promote the employment of apprentices into the electrical trade.

Fast Five

19 October 2022

workplace relations

Worker compensated after parental discrimination

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

17 October 2022

member stories

Rewarding currency conversions for small businesses

Qantas Business Money enables businesses to access competitive foreign exchange rates and earn Qantas Points along the way.

11 October 2022

workplace relations

Understanding your payroll obligations

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.

10 October 2022

infrastructure

Melbourne targets zero-carbon buildings

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

10 October 2022

covid 19

End to mandatory COVID-19 isolation

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

05 October 2022

innovation

Navigating the Optus cyberattack

Melbourne Chamber member Zynet explains how consumers can enhance their personal security in the aftermath of the Optus data breach

03 October 2022

workplace relations

Penalty for unreasonable work hours

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

03 October 2022

member stories

Melbourne visitor economy set to prosper

The City of Melbourne is anticipating a thriving visitor economy over the coming months after promising signs the city is bouncing back.

27 September 2022

member stories

Improving workplace wellbeing

Melbourne Chamber member Western Health has offered a public health perspective on enhancing worker mental and physical health.

27 September 2022

workplace relations

Effectively consulting with employees

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

26 September 2022


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