Tag: Citation HR

10 reasons why businesses should have employment contracts

While employment contracts aren’t a legal requirement under Australian law, they are considered best practice – failing to have one in place leaves both the employer and employee open to …

Unpacking the Work, Health and Safety Act

Safety at work should be your number one priority.

Here’s everything you need to know about termination

Employers often say that dismissing an employee can be one of the most stressful and challenging situations to be faced with in the workplace.

Constructive Dismissal

Did you know that an employee can claim that they were dismissed, even when he or she ended the employment by resignation?

4 things to remember when working in remote communities

Working in remote communities can be an incredibly rewarding experience for those passionate about Indigenous health and education, but it’s undeniably a challenge, particularly for employees relocating from larger cities.

Parental Leave

Managing parental leave can be challenging for employers, and incur grave consequences if the leave is mishandled.

Do employees have a right to take leave for their pets?

Whether they’re furry, feathered, hairy or scaly, our pets are a huge part of our lives and are often considered part of the family.

Paying allowances to employees: what are employers responsible for?

In May 2020, following prosecution by the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO), the Federal Court issued the operators of three Hero Sushi outlets with record penalties of $891,000.

Workplace management

Being an effective manager throughout each stage of the employee lifecycle is vital to not only employee retention but also for achieving successful workplace management.

Travelling for work: expenses, reimbursements, and allowances

Not everyone enjoys commuting to work in the mornings, but for some employees, travelling for work is an inescapable part of their job.