- Should texting in sick be banned?
by Chloe Taylor
Australian employers are cracking down on employees who email or text when they are too ill to go to work, and are monitoring social media posts which often show that illnesses aren’t genuine.
- FWC annual report: 343 bullying claims in six months
by Chloe Taylor
HC investigates how bullying claims can be dealt with before they become one of the mediations dealt with by the FWC.
- Sydney employers dealing with sporadic attendance
by Chloe Taylor
Sydney is in disarray as the city copes with the aftermath of last night’s storm.
- ACTU’s claim could destroy business flexibility
by Chloe Taylor
The ACTU’s proposed changes to the rights of casual workers could potentially impact businesses across Australia in all industries – here’s what you need to know.
- HR’s biggest global challenge: legislation
by Sarah Megginson
How much of your day-to-day role is comprised of getting your head around yet another legislative change?
- Subclass 457 Visa Reforms – Panel Recommendations and Compliance Measures
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A review of Australia’s subclass 457 visa program for essential temporary skilled worker visas is now complete. Conducted by an independent panel, the review makes 22 key recommendations largely favoured by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) and which are seen as positive steps towards a more streamlined visa program. It is expected that a formal government response, including the possible introduction of the necessary legislative changes, will follow in the coming months.