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.

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.

A data privacy compliance sledgehammer is about to hit Australian businesses.

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.

Intellectual Property (IP) Australia is trialling a new online tool to help small businesses to check and register a trademark.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Melbourne Chamber member Pitcher Partners has released a report that aims to help businesses understand current issues and trends.