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Bullied to death: workplace bullying alleged to be a contributing factor in father’s suicide
According to John Boardman, Director Workplace Relations at iHR, both employers and employees have an obligation to create a safe working environment. If an employer or employee observes inappropriate workplace…
Monty Pythonesque employee relations blasted by Fair Work Commission as employee wins nearly $100,000 in compensation
Monty Pythonesque employee relations blasted by Fair Work Commission as employee wins nearly $100,000 in compensation Good employee relations are crucial for business success, fostering teamwork and productivity. Poor employee…
Police officer’s 18-month battle highlights why workplace investigations must be firm but fair
Police officer’s 18-month battle highlights why workplace investigations must be firm but fair A Victorian police officer who was first responder to one of worst train disasters in Australian history,…
Sacking of micromanaging and bullying manager upheld: why anti-bullying training is needed
According to John Boardman, Director Workplace Relations at iHR Australia, bullying has taken a devastating toll on Australian business costing more than $10 billion dollars a year. Boardman notes that…
Brisbane business cops $400,000 fine for staffing breach: Is your company at risk?
A record penalty recently handed to a Brisbane business owner comes as a timely reminder for employers to ensure all employment contracts fully abide by Australian workplace law. Employers need…
Workplace mediation could have saved litigation costs: FWC rules worker unfairly sacked for refusing company-wide cut
When would a workplace situation benefit from a workplace mediation? According to Karen Streckfuss, a Senior Workplace Relations Advisor at iHR Australia, the best time to apply a mediation at…
Sacking of inappropriate group emailer lawful after legitimate workplace investigation, says Fair Work Commission
The summary dismissal of an inappropriate group emailer and serial complainant by a regional water board has been ruled lawful by the Fair Work Commission. The employee had lodged complaints…
Restructuring parental leave mum out of the business not okay, says Fed Court – the importance of sound policy, procedure and advice
Restructuring parental leave mum out of the business not okay, says Federal Court – the importance of sound policy, procedure and advice A recent case before the Federal Circuit Court…
Dismissal of “smart a-se” during probation period unlawful, says Federal Court – what you need to know about probationary periods
Dismissal of “smart a-se” during probation period unlawful, says Federal Court – what you need to know about probationary periods Despite the popular assumption, employers cannot simply dismiss staff without…
