On 3 June 2025, the Fair Work Commission (Commission) handed down their Annual Wage Review Decision (Decision) that will affect the National Minimum Wage and modern award minimum wage rates.

The Federal Government has recently approved the Work Health and Safety (Sexual and Gender-based Harassment) Code of Practice 2025. In this article, we explore the key themes of the Code, and considerations for employers on how to effectively navigate these complex laws.

While the Right to Disconnect (the “Right”) has been in place since 26 August 2024 for non-small businesses, we have yet to see significant case law development. However, upcoming cases before the Fair Work Commission serve as a timely reminder that the Right can expose employers to risk if not carefully navigated, particularly when handling disciplinary matters.

In today’s dynamic work environment, the importance of providing comprehensive training on workplace policies cannot be overstated. Employers have a legal and ethical responsibility to ensure their employees are well-informed about acceptable behaviours and practices within the workplace.

In this article, we explore the risks associated with poorly executed investigations, and when to appoint an external investigator.

A common misconception is that serious misconduct automatically justifies summary dismissal - this recent decision reminds us that’s not always the case, and of the importance of independent and impartial investigations!

As we enter into the festive season and businesses prepare to wind down for the year, we explore what you need to know about requiring employees to take leave during this period, and your obligations during work celebrations.