Fears for workers with disability after axing of mandatory COVID-19 isolation periods
The end of mandatory COVID-19 isolation periods has been welcomed by industry groups slogged by workforce shortages, but politicians from across the aisle fear the decision could expose at-risk workers to infection.
Thursday’s public holiday caused a spike in unscheduled leave and worker no-shows, says Deputy data
Nearly one in four rostered retail shifts went unworked on last week's Day of Mourning public holiday, scheduling platform Deputy says.
Why ignoring mental health can undermine the Jobs and Skills Summit results
There is a direct correlation between mental health and several issues the Jobs and Skills Summit is trying to solve.
Government reveals top 10 in-demand skills as COVID-19, flu, and floods suppress hours worked
The federal government has released the latest Skills Priority List, revealing the industries and roles hit hardest by Australia’s skills shortage.
DoorDash, TWU sign industry-first agreement on gig economy principles, paving the way for further regulation
The agreement outlines key principles for workers and companies operating in the gig economy while backing the push for enforceable industry standards.
Why every employer should have a family and domestic violence policy
The recognition of family and domestic violence in employment laws is critical, yet ours are lacking in both content and messaging, writes Wesley Rogers from Marque Lawyers.
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.
The problem with Australia’s current employee leave entitlements, and a proposal for the future
HR specialist David Simpson proposes an alternative to the present leave entitlement system and explains the benefits that it would entail.
‘Lack of understanding of work’: Business group criticises Daniel Andrews’ plan to give sick pay to casuals
The Victorian government is creating a nation-first program which will see casual workers receive paid sick leave.
SMEs saved payroll headaches after Cadbury workers lose sick leave bid
The High Court has upheld the traditional understanding of sick leave entitlements for workers, overturning an earlier Federal Court ruling.
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.
Morrison grants paid pandemic leave to Victorians who need to self-isolate
Workers in Victoria who need to self-isolate because they have coronavirus will be able to access paid pandemic leave in the form of a $1500 ‘disaster payment’ provided by the federal government.
