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The Federal Government is committed to abolishing the new third sector regulator, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) (established in late 2012 by the Gillard Labor government), and repealing the Charities Act 2013 (Cth)...
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In Part 2 of our spotlight on pregnancy and parental related issues in the workplace, we discuss the different types of parental and related leave entitlements available to employees, the challenges of administering the provision...
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The Federal Government has introduced a suite of industrial relations changes into Federal Parliament. The proposals affect important areas, including annual leave, individual flexibility arrangements, greenfields agreements, protected industrial action and union rights of entry....
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We explore this topical issue across two articles. Here, we cover various issues that employers should be mindful of and carefully consider when they are informed of an employee’s pregnancy, and during the employee’s pregnancy....
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The harmonisation of work health and safety legislation in Australia continues with the commencement of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations (“the Mines’ Regulations“) in South Australia on 1 January 2014. The Mines’ Regulations...
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The Victorian Government revealed a number of red tape reforms recently in an attempt to reduce escalating costs and boost efficiency in the Victorian building industry. Reforms Thirty-six reforms were announced, covering a wide variety...
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Yesterday, the Australian Government released the text of the Korea-Australia Free Trade Agreement or “KAFTA” to the Australian public. As detailed in our previous HH CTT Update on 6 December 2013, the agreement was concluded...
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In May 2012, following “Operation Polaris”, the (then) Federal Government announced a number of measures to be adopted to strengthen the supply chain and reduce the risk of criminal involvement in that supply chain. The...
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A recent decision by the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission (Full Bench) reinforces that an employer should obtain a deed of release from an employee when any ex gratia payments (payments made in...
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It has long been accepted that a positive and accountable workplace culture will translate into greater productivity, happier and more motivated staff and overall improved business performance. Culture should be treated like any other key...
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Recently passed Victorian Government legislation provides clarity on the basis in which annual fees are to be set by Owners Corporations and establishes the procedure for Owners Corporations to follow for levying special fees, upgrading...
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With new privacy laws commencing on 12 March 2014, businesses need to review their privacy practices to ensure they comply with their new obligations. In addition to the introduction of the Australian Privacy Principles (“APPs”),...