Amendment thwarts WFH Bill

The Victorian work from home legislation might have hit an insurmountable hurdle, after a minor party's successful amendment referred it to a committee for inquiry, which will prevent Parliament from passing the Bill before the November election.



Carroll reveals WFH Bill changes

Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has today revealed details of the amendments to the work from home Bill that he negotiated with business groups, as debate on the legislation resumes.


FWC rejects NDIS worker's bald denial

The FWC has upheld the sacking of a NDIS worker who shaved a client's p-bic hair, rejecting a father's claims that he did it.


Post-Xmas-party biff connected to job: FWC

A worker punching his colleague after their workplace Christmas party warranted his summary dismissal despite it occurring out of hours, the FWC has ruled.


Bill introduced to extend childcare pay rises

The Albanese Government has introduced legislation to give effect to its commitment to extend a 15% pay rise to childcare workers for a further two years.


Misplaced "chutzpah" leads to $350K costs order

A judge has made a $350,000 costs order against the former vice chair of an energy company that offered her a $300,000 settlement before discovering, post-sacking, that she had transferred confidential information to her personal computer and a USB device.


Police step up CFMEU raids

Queensland Police raided the CFMEU's Brisbane offices this morning, in coordination with Victoria Police executing a number of warrants in their home state.


High Court quashes long service leave ruling

A High Court majority has overturned a finding that limited shotfiring and explosive services workers' eligibility for long service leave contributions.


New NSW IRC member to help with "increased workload"

The Minns Government has appointed barrister and Discrimination Law and Practice co-author Bronwyn Byrnes to the NSW IRC, saying she will help manage an anticipated workload increase driven by bullying, harassment and workers compensation reforms.


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