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health safety and wellbeing

How to improve workplace mental health and wellbeing

Good business owners and leaders understand the benefits of looking after our mental health at work but often don’t know where to start. Here’s how to support a mentally healthy workplace.

03 November 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Supporting employees suffering domestic violence

Domestic and family violence (DFV) is a serious and urgent problem in Australia. Is your business equipped to deal with the range of workplace issues that DFV presents?

03 November 2023

manufacturing

New round of manufacturing growth program

Small and medium-sized Victorian manufacturers can now apply for grants under Round 2 of the Made in Victoria – Manufacturing Growth Program.

03 November 2023

member stories

New Melbourne planning guide for business events

The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) has launched its third edition of the popular interactive Melbourne eGuide for conference, meeting and incentive event planners.

01 November 2023

workplace relations

Mine worker reinstated after ‘unjust’ dismissal

A Fair Work Commission (FWC) case has highlighted that even with a valid reason to dismiss an employee, a poorly handled investigation or disciplinary processes can void the dismissal decision.

01 November 2023

federal government

New resources for carer-inclusive workplaces

The Federal Government has launched a new initiative for Australia’s 2.65 million unpaid carers and workplaces to aid their employment.

25 October 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Reducing barriers to workplace gender equity

A new report has found obstacles to gender equity in the workforce are costing the Australian economy $128 billion.

25 October 2023

workplace relations

‘Hidden’ enterprise agreement deadlines

Two key deadlines are approaching that businesses with enterprise agreements or involved in bargaining need to be aware of.

25 October 2023

member stories

Social procurement accelerates in Australia

Organisations are embracing social procurement targets as consumer expectations continue to rise, according to a report by Social Traders.

19 October 2023

workplace relations

Employee dismissed due to ‘time theft’

An employee has lost an unfair dismissal case after she was terminated for serious misconduct when an employer investigation found she left the worksite early 17 times during a six-week period.

18 October 2023

education and training

From internship to permanent employment

For young and diverse people, getting a foot in the door can be a difficult process. But in a skills shortage, investing in youth and diversity is a proven solution to these problems.

18 October 2023

workplace relations

‘Haphazard’ policies lead to unfair dismissal

A recent Fair Work Commission (FWC) case has illustrated the importance of having clear and accessible policies to address employee performance and conduct issues.

11 October 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Building safe and healthy workplaces

National Safe Work Month is held every October, with this year’s theme being ‘for everyone’s safety, work safely’.

11 October 2023

workplace relations

Changes to Victoria's child employment laws

Wage Inspectorate Victoria reminds employers to be aware of Victoria’s updated child employment obligations after it ran a compliance campaign over the school holidays.

10 October 2023

workplace relations

WFH without permission leads to dismissal

An employee’s unfair dismissal claim has been rejected after they were dismissed for working from home without their employer’s authorisation.

02 October 2023

member stories

Foodifox: Food delivery with a difference

Foodifox offers an innovative food delivery solution through smart, thermal lockers that makes food delivery secure, efficient, reliable and convenient.

02 October 2023


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