Why more casuals have converted to permanent employment at Woolworths than McDonald’s
Almost two years ago, casual workers were given the right to convert to permanent employment. So, how have Australian employers been managing the process?
Employer groups question “illogical” Victorian sick leave plan for casuals
Employer groups say the Victorian government's plan to offer casual workers sick leave via a pilot scheme will hinder the state's economic recovery.
Unpacking the Fair Work Act’s new casual conversion “right”
Christian Porter said the government's casual conversion IR reform offers employees a “very strong right”. But this is not the case at all.
The new definition of the “casual employee”: The details, the flaws and the likely outcome
Given these flaws, there will no doubt be resistance from employee groups and unions to this proposed definition of "casual employee".
COVID-19 has put casual work in the spotlight again — but research shows it still suits many Australians
Casual workers have borne the brunt of COVID-19 job losses and some have even been blamed for helping spread the disease within workplaces.
“Money isn’t there”: Businesses say Federal Court ruling will deter them from hiring casuals
A recent Federal Court ruling is driving concern among SME owners about hiring casual workers, a Roy Morgan survey has found.
IR reform battleground: Morrison’s call for handshake between unions and business will not come easily
Scott Morrison's call for unions and business to find common ground on IR reform will not be easy. Many areas up for discussion have been contentious issues for years.
What is “casual” work? Federal Court ruling highlights fundamental flaw in Australian labour law
A ruling from the Federal Court has confirmed long-term casual workers can dispute their status and seek payments for entitlements such as annual leave.
Lawyers say businesses should consider converting casuals after landmark Federal Court ruling re-ignites “double dipping” claims
A landmark Federal Court ruling has re-ignited debate about casual leave entitlements and puts businesses employing 'regular casuals' in a spot of trouble.
‘Pandemic leave’, reduced hours and leave at half-pay: What the recent changes to modern awards mean for employers
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fair Work Commission has introduced a range of temporary variations to modern awards to create more flexibility for Australian employers and employees.
Small business survives Morrison’s cabinet reshuffle and Michaelia Cash emerges with additional sway
Small business will remain in cabinet under Michaelia Cash, who has also been promoted to Employment Minister, and will be assisted by Steve Irons.
Casual employment: All employers need to know about recent changes and possible claims
A must-read explainer for employers that explains the definitions, recent developments and key issues associated with casual employees.
