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Government office says sorry for racial harassment
A government employee who suffered years of racial abuse has received an apology from his former employer. The Melbourne based employee was repeatedly abused by a colleague who made threats…
Playing for keeps: how to hold on to your star players
One of the most unaddressed challenges in many organisations is how to keep good employees. Despite high turnover and poor engagement being linked with reduced productivity, absenteeism and other issues,…
4 leader behaviours which create better cultures
A report compiled by iHR Australia which analysed a sample of 70 investigation reports has provided insight into the causes and factors surrounding complaints being investigated, with manager behaviour and…
Standing up, not standing by, when harassment happens
Encouraging those who witness harassment to act could be the missing link in creating harassment free workplaces, according to a recent article. Research conducted by the Australian Human Rights Commission…
Porn at work not a sacking offence
Two workers dismissed for distribution of pornography at work have been permitted to return to their jobs, but how was the termination found to be harsh given the organisation’s “zero…
Pilots’ tiff leads to mid-air drama
Two pilots from a major airline were stood down after an incident on a flight led to unnecessary panic with the cabin crew subsequently offered counselling. The problem occurred on a…
Six figure payout for bullied grandmother
Workplace bullying hit the news this week with a televised account of a woman who allegedly experienced verbal abuse and aggression from her manager causing her significant distress and anxiety.…
Sexual harassment appeal turns $18k into $130k
In a landmark Full Court ruling last week, the Federal Court has “upped the ante” on compensation awarded in cases of sexual harassment. Justices Kenny, Besanko and Perram upheld an…
How can employers stop the cyber-bullies?
The blurred line between work and private life is probably at its greatest when involving social media. For behaviour to be considered workplace bullying there needs to be a connection…
