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workplace relations

Demotion and pay cut deemed a ‘dismissal’

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has ruled that a demotion can amount to a ‘dismissal’, despite a person remaining employed, if the employer does not follow correct processes.

13 September 2023

workplace relations

Act now on end-of-year shutdowns

Businesses with an end-of-year shutdown period should be aware of Fair Work Commission (FWC) rules that affect annual leave.

06 September 2023

workplace relations

Federal Government introduces Closing Loopholes Bill

The Federal Government has introduced a Fair Work Act Amendment Bill to Federal Parliament, proposing significant changes to the industrial relations landscape which will impact the way we do business. 

06 September 2023

workplace relations

Employee dismissed before first shift

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has thrown out an employer’s jurisdictional objection to their former employee who filed a General Protections claim after she questioned her pay and was consequently dismissed.

28 August 2023

education and training

Sonja Hood on the importance of ‘difference’

Ahead of the 2023 Future Forte Conference, guest speaker Sonja Hood opens up about her career and experience here and abroad – and “seeing the world through a different lens”.

25 August 2023

metropolitan business

Help shape the future of Victorian business

With a vision to make Victoria the best place for businesses to start, grow and thrive, the Victorian Chamber wants to hear your goals and the support you need to achieve them.

23 August 2023

workplace relations

Changes proposed to employee records exemption

The Federal Government is currently considering changes to privacy laws so it is timely for employers to ensure they understand their obligations to employees.

23 August 2023

metropolitan business

Grants for Melbourne small businesses and events

The City of Melbourne’s Small Business Grants Program will return for the first time since 2019, providing grants of up to $20,000 to support innovation and expansion. 

23 August 2023

metropolitan business

Hybrid work here to stay: Chamber survey

The latest CBD occupancy survey by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry finds the office continues to play a vital role in our professional lives but employers are accepting flexible arrangements and work-life balance.

21 August 2023

workplace relations

Verbal 'resignation' leads to unfair dismissal

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) found an employee was harshly dismissed after expressing his desire to quit in a heated argument.

14 August 2023

member stories

Hybrid work acceptance grows, but only slightly

Workers and employers continue to navigate the balance of working from home and in the office.

09 August 2023

workplace relations

How to avoid wage underpayments

Wage underpayments can result in long audits, costly penalties and reputational damage to your business.

09 August 2023

metropolitan business

New end-of-lease guidance for retail tenants

Retail tenants need to take important steps to prepare for the end of their lease to meet responsibilities and avoid issues.

07 August 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Paid family and domestic violence leave

Employees have access to 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave in a 12-month period under new laws.

01 August 2023

workplace relations

Preparing for enterprise agreement negotiations

It’s important for employers to keep abreast of legislative changes and the business landscape to secure an enterprise agreement (EA) that benefits your business and employees.

31 July 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Does your business have a recruiting glass ceiling?

Ethnic name discrimination highlights glass ceilings do exist in the workplace, according to a Monash Business School study.

31 July 2023


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