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December 24, 2024

Closing the Loophole: Key changes effective 1 January 2025 & what they mean for you

The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No.2) Act 2024 has introduced a variety of changes over its life span, with additional changes to come on 1 January 2025. We provide an overview of the upcoming changes and by understanding these updates, businesses can better prepare for the transition and implementation and to ensure compliance with the new legal requirements.

December 16, 2024

Employers Face Risk of Damages for Psychiatric Harm Caused by Wrongful Dismissals

A High Court majority has found that employers now owe a duty of care to their employees to exercise reasonable care to avoid psychiatric injury when they are terminated or disciplined in the workplace.

December 10, 2024

Employer Nomination Scheme and Subclass 186 permanent residence visa – eligibility updates

Further to the introduction of the Skills in Demand (SID) visa over the weekend, the Department has also made some positive and long overdue updates to the Employer Nomination Scheme and Subclass 186 permanent residence visa, with amendments being made to both the Direct Entry and Temporary Residence Transition streams.

December 10, 2024

New Skills in Demand (SID) visa replaces the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa

The new Skills in Demand (SID) visa, has officially replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa as of December 7, 2024. While this new visa framework was announced in principle many months ago, the implementation has occurred with little notice or fanfare.

December 4, 2024

Major lessons to be learned by all employers

This recent case reminds employees that a blanket approach to policies will no longer be acceptable. Mitigating factors should be considered and policies need to be applied on a case by case basis to avoid legal costs and reputational damage.

November 6, 2024

Far Away in a foreign land

This case reminds Australian employers to carefully consider their obligations when engaging foreign-based employees and to take proactive steps to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Failure to do so can result in costly legal consequences and reputational damage for companies operating in a globalised workforce.

October 22, 2024

Immigration Alert – Skills in Demand Updates

Our latest immigration alert provides updates on the new Skills in Demand (SID) visa, which will replace the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa. We also provide a quick recap on the July 1 changes and a reminder of changes still to come in 2024 in the immigration space.

October 10, 2024

Queensland’s Anti-Discrimination Act Overhaul: Key Changes and What They Mean for You

Queensland's Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 has been significantly amended with the changes set to take effect from 1 July 2025. These are the most substantial reforms to the legislation in over 30 years. Learn about the key changes and what this means for businesses in our latest blog.

October 3, 2024

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The business case for assessing and addressing psychosocial infrastructure

Discover the business case for assessing and addressing psychosocial infrastructure. With information on psychosocial hazards often overwhelming, it’s crucial to shift from reactive, individualistic approaches to a strategic, systematic framework. Learn how to meet obligations and mitigate risks through a shared, proactive response.

September 10, 2024

5 Tips: Performance conversations amid mental health challenges

Navigating performance conversations can already be tricky and complicated. What happens when we add in mental health or personal stressors for a staff member? Here are our top 5 tips to help guide employers.

September 4, 2024

Criminalising Intentional Wage Underpayments: What it means for businesses

Commencing January 1, 2025, Australian businesses will be subject to the further workplace changes as a result of The Closing Loopholes Act. These changes, aimed at protecting employee rights, will result in harsh new penalties, making it a criminal offence for employers who deliberately underpay their workers. It is crucial to understand the implications and ensure compliance to avoid severe penalties.

August 23, 2024

Closing Loopholes: Key changes effective 26 August 2024 & what they mean for you

The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No.2) Act 2024 has introduced significant changes that are already in effect, with more to come on 26 August 2024. These amendments have substantial implications for businesses across various industries. It's crucial for employers to stay informed about these changes and understand how they may impact daily operations.

August 20, 2024

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Key Updates to Casual Employment Rules

Starting from 26 August 2024 (or 26 February 2025 for small businesses), the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) will undergo significant updates regarding casual employment. These changes are part of the Federal Government's second phase of the Closing Loopholes reforms, which were officially enacted earlier this year. Learn more about the changes and ensure you're meeting your obligations.

August 16, 2024

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The Pilbara IR Standoff: Unions, Miners, and the Impact of New Federal Laws

The Pilbara region of Western Australia, a powerhouse of the global iron ore industry, is currently embroiled in a significant industrial relations shift, with The Secure Jobs legislation introduced earlier this year significantly changing the dynamics of collective bargaining.

August 12, 2024

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The Countdown to Disconnect: Are You Ready for 26 August 2024?

From 26 August 2024, employees in businesses with 15 or more staff will gain the 'right to disconnect,' allowing them to step away from work-related communications outside their regular working hours. Learn what this means for employers and read our practical tips to help prepare effectively here.

Building high performing leadership teams

Organizations often focus their leaders on team building within their functional teams while neglecting the formation of a healthy leadership team culture and dynamics. This oversight can lead to misalignment and missed opportunities for strategic growth. Learn more about building high-performing leadership teams with insights from recent HRD Australia Summit Expert Panels & how we're building our desired Leadership culture at MAPIEN.

Drawing the line between Employees and Independent Contractors

The recent introduction of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No.2) Act 2024 has seen the implementation of various changes aimed at providing greater clarity with regard to Employees and Independent Contractors. Learn more about the changes that have already taken effect and others soon to be implemented here.

Strengthened migrant worker protection and compliance with workplace and migration laws

As part of its commitment to strengthening worker protections, the Australian Government has recently introduced new laws to give temporary visa holders confidence to report exploitation early and resolve their workplace issues. This update will provide employers and individuals with an overview of these changes.

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