Employee Rights
Sexual Assault and harassment at Work
What is the difference? To differentiate sexual harassment and sexual assault can be challenging. Due to the scope of both crimes an individual may be
Violence in the workplace:
Workplace violence: 6 examples from around the world Violence in the workplace may be more common than you think. Research by SafeWork Australia reveals that
Duties that are not mine
Jobs Outside my contracted duties, demeaning tasks, or not trained for. Sometimes it is hard to separate work and personal lives. However, what happens when
Mental health hazards at work
The stats and dark underbelly behind mental health hazards at work The mental health hazards that Australian face at work are now regarded with the
What Does it Mean to Disconnect from Work
Your employee rights explained outside work hours In a recent proposed change to the Fair Work Act 2009, employees will be protected against employers trying
Jailed for modern slavery: Two shocking cases
Melbourne doctor kept refugee as slave Modern slavery in Australia may be more widespread than you think. According to the 2023 Global Index, there are
Can your boss spy on you?
Can your employer monitor you at work? The issue of employers monitoring their employees became a national talking point in 2023. In August, the unfair
Flexible working arrangements: A guide for employees
Requesting a flexible work arrangment Requesting a flexible working arrangement is the legal right of all Australian workers. And thanks to recent legislative changes, this
Australia Day opinion can this leave you dismissed?
What’s the controversy Every year around the 26 January, opinions on Australia Day becomes a controversial topic across the nation. Opinions are divided. Some view
Casual work unfair dismissal rights explained
When casual work becomes regular and systematic Casual workers have the right to make an unfair dismissal claim if their work was, as the Fair