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Performance review or bullying: Have you crossed a line when addressing your staff’s workplace performance?
When does an assessment of workplace performance become bullying? Depending on the circumstances, the difference between the two can be difficult to determine – and there is fine line that,…
Address bullying and discrimination early – before they become multi-million dollar cases of the courts
Unfortunately, workplace bullying remains a feature of many Australian workplaces, with recent research by the University of South Australia finding that Australia ranks sixth in the world for cases of…
Fair Work Commission upholds “cat and mouse” traffic bullying dismissal after workplace investigation
A recent case before the Fair Work Commission highlights the importance of employers investigating allegations of inappropriate workplace behaviour such as bullying, harassment and discrimination, irrespective of whether a formal…
Malaysian restaurant chain fined $300,000 for underpaying staff – some paid as little as $11 per hour
Malaysian restaurant chain fined $300,000 for underpaying staff – some paid as little as $11 per hour Employers have a legal obligation to ensure that employees are paid according to…
When workplace disputes snowball: How to manage mediation and avoid costly court proceedings
A multi-million dollar workplace dispute case has recently emerged in Queensland, demonstrating the important role professional workplace mediators can play in resolving conflicts before they end in litigation. A former senior…
‘Cashing out’ annual leave: How can you manage new leave provisions with your workforce?
Australian workplace reforms recently introduced by the Fair Work Commission now allow employees to voluntarily exchange annual leave for wages. This essentially allows them to ‘cash out’ their leave entitlements to…
Mental health issues in the workplace costs employers $11 billion each year: better mental health makes for better business
Mental illness is one of the leading causes of absenteeism and long-term work incapacity in Australia. Did you know that mental health conditions are costing Australian businesses almost $11 billion…
Watertight contracts are crucial to preventing workplace disputes; “clumsy wording” leads to employer defeat in contracts matter in Commission
Watertight contracts are crucial to preventing workplace disputes; “clumsy wording” leads to employer defeat in contracts matter in Commission Drawing up an employment contract that accurately reflects an employee’s remuneration…
Poor leadership drives bullying culture: Is there a gap between ‘theory’ and ‘practice’ in your workplace?
Recent allegations of systemic harassment and bullying within a high profile law enforcement agency illustrate the importance of ensuring that important workplace policies and procedures are actually implemented within organisations.…
