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How DKL assisted an executive through contract negotiations
Earlier this year, we assisted a long-term senior executive who was employed with an automobile manufacturer. Background Our client received...
How DKL supported an employee through a workplace investigation and cleared them of any wrongdoing
*This matter has not been closed and is still ongoing – final outcome is still pending, this is just currently where the matter is sitting at*...
Changing legislation and your contracts: Critical facts you need to know
On 6 December 2023, the government announced changes to fixed-term contracts affecting all employers. Since then, two further legislative...
How DKL acted as a support person during a workplace investigation
Our client was an employee who worked in agriculture. Background The client came to DKL for support when they were the subject of an...
Ensuring flexibility and equality: Fair Work Act updates
On 22 June 2023, the Australian Government passed the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Protecting Worker Entitlements) Act 2023 (the Act). The...
Fixed-Term Contracts: What You Need to Know
On 2 December 2022, the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 was passed by the Federal Parliament, bringing...
The implementation of paid domestic and family violence leave
Introduction of paid domestic and family violence leave The Fair Work Amendment (Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave) Act 2022 introduces...
The role of Djäkamirr in redesigning First Nations women’s maternity care services
Over the last few months, DKL’s Principal, Danny King, has been closely involved in a new initiative to re-establish traditional maternity...
What you need to know about new pay rates
Each year, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) conducts its annual wage review from March to June, informing the National Minimum Wage Order and the...