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Key Facts about Superannuation under the NES
Earlier in the year, we provided a brief update on recent legislation changes before answering some FAQs employers ask us about their contract...
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 supported an employer through separation negotiations
In 2023, we were contacted by an employer client in the e-learning industry. Background Our client came to us for assistance managing a...
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...
An employer’s (simple) guide to workplace investigations
Understanding your obligations when conducting workplace investigations can save you a lot of hassle and pain in the long run.  Workplace...
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...
What you need to know about the changes to flexible working arrangements
From 6 June 2023, significant changes to the flexible working arrangement provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) will be implemented. These...
The impact of balanced paid parental leave policies might not be what you think
As a partner of a firm specialising in employment law, part of my mandate is to push best-practice workplace policies and their benefits...