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Continued sexual harassment of an employee delivers post office manager to tribunal
As the custodians of their workplace culture, managers should create an environment that discourages bullying, harassment and discrimination. In doing so, their employees are more productive and the potential for…
‘Clean desk’ policy performance management misconstrued as bullying
Employers need to be vigilant about creating fair and constructive workplace cultures that discourage bullying and discrimination. Ensuring that their leaders avoid certain management styles can reduce the risk of…
Franchise pay dispute underlines the need for sound HR and IR advice
With the increased onset of national and globalised businesses in Australia, smaller organisations are beginning to spread their operations across multiple locations. Human resources managers cannot be remiss in ensuring…
Small business, big price to pay: how recruiting the wrong “fit” can be a minefield
When hiring new staff, a thorough recruitment process can prevent you from hiring someone who ends up dividing the workplace and putting you in the red. Asking the right questions…
New bullying jurisdiction makes first finding, highlighting importance of flexible and rapid training for employees
In the first formal ruling since the inception of its January 2014 anti-bullying jurisdiction, the Fair Work Commission has found that two employees at a small real estate business were…
Flawed investigation leads to compensation for employee sacked for inappropriate IP use
A senior HR consultant, who was sacked by her employer upon suspicions that she had copied confidential business information, has received compensation by order of the Fair Work Commission. …
Toxic workplace dispute on Facebook ends in tribunal: how mediation can help your organisation
A dispute between two employees at a Victorian State transport body spiralled out of control on Facebook and bounced into the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT). When the two…
Divisive, racist allegations lead to FWC hearing in the mismanagement of everyday performance
Divisive, racist allegations lead to FWC hearing in the mismanagement of everyday performance Success at work requires a team effort. Productivity can be affected if workplace culture is poor, with…
Bizarre “bullying” case demonstrates need for better understanding of policies and performance management
Allegations of bullying can have major consequences for both employers and employees in terms of time, cost and impacts on workplace culture. In an unusual case, a clerical support officer…
