The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia has found an employer unlawfully dismissed an employee after learning about their ADHD and autism diagnosis and medication use.

With an increase in the volume and sophistication of cyber incidents, it’s never been more important for Australian businesses to strengthen their security.

From verbal warnings to disciplinary hearings, managers and employers will be required to take the lead in these challenging exchanges with employees as part of accountability measures in the workplace.

In 2023, one thing is undeniable: the future is digital. Right now, research shows that 64 per cent of all Australians use digital skills in their jobs. Within the next five years, that number is expected to grow to 90 per cent.  

Victorian businesses to equip workers with cutting-edge digital skills for the future through Digital Jobs for Manufacturing

Pay secrecy provisions in the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 came into effect on June 7, 2023.

A new research and development (R&D) fund has been established to help Victorian industry innovate, create new products and compete internationally.

The finalists for the 2023 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame awards have been revealed, featuring members of the Victorian and Melbourne Chambers of Commerce.

Following recent changes to the Victorian workers’ compensation scheme, it has never been more crucial to manage mental inherent requirements in your workplace.

The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Protecting Worker Entitlements) Bill 2023 passed through Federal Parliament on 22 June 2023.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has ordered compensation of $17,874.70 to an employee found to be unfairly dismissed after taking family and domestic violence (FDV) leave.

CSIRO is boosting Australia’s advanced manufacturing capability through free research and development support to businesses developing new products or services.

The Victorian Government’s Portable Long Service Leave (LSL) Scheme has recently reached a milestone of 3,000 registered businesses.

Office-based businesses seeking assistance with the challenge of reducing emissions can explore CitySwitch, a free to join, national program delivered locally by participating councils.

Victoria’s Supreme Court of Appeal has upheld a decision that Austin Health treated a manager unfavourably because of her gender. Austin Health allegedly ignored her repeated attempts to negotiate her salary despite her male colleagues being paid higher rates.

From Tuesday 6 June 2023, significant changes relating to the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 came into effect.