In a decision further clarifying when and to what extent lawyers can become involved in FWC cases, the Commission says its rules do not stop parties seeking legal advice in the lead-up to hearings.
In a decision underlining the challenges for the Commission in managing vulnerable self-represented employees in its bullying jurisdiction, a full bench has rejected an employee's claim that a tribunal member's procedures were responsible for her mental distress.
The ACTU is seeking to hire a fundraising and bequests program coordinator as part of a strategy to diversify its funding base, which largely relies on fees and levies paid by affiliated unions.
Unilever, Johnson & Johnson and Cbus have made the Workplace Gender Equality Agency employer of choice list for the first time, while Shell, Aurizon and Citigroup are among those that have dropped out.
The legal requirements for the big four banks to consult over major changes and job losses caused by digital technology are "completely inadequate", a Senate inquiry has heard.
Code seeks to safeguard mental health for FIFO workers; FWC's Ross lauds new book on tribunal's role in transforming workplaces; and Big rises for ABCC chiefs as underlings' pay capped; Second manager launches claim against Technology One; and Tribunal backs sacking for using mobile phone.
The operator of Melbourne's new third container terminal has lodged civil contempt of court proceedings against the MUA and three top officials over a two-week picket late last year.
RBA Governor Philip Lowe's jawboning on wages is yet to have an effect, with the ABS confirming today that growth in private sector rates of pay remains in the doldrums and is now in lockstep with cost of living increases.
The ACCC has revealed that its low-profile commercial construction unit is looking to take legal action this year over "competition and related issues".
