Fair Work Commission Introduces COVID-19 Leave
In a rare exercise of its powers, under section 157(3) of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (“the Act”), the Fair Work Commission (Commission) has introduced pandemic leave as a temporary measure to help…
Clerks—Private Sector Award 2010: Schedule I—Award Flexibility During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The temporary variations to the Clerks – Private Sector Modern Award 2010 are set out below in full.
COVID-19: Flexibility Comes to the Clerks Modern Award
At a special sitting in late March the Fair Work Commission approved an application made by business groups and supported by the union movement for temporary variations to the Clerks – Private Sector…
COVID-19: Payroll Tax and Land Tax Measures
The devastating economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is being felt far and wide, with many businesses having to make the difficult decision of whether to close their doors, stand down staff or…
COVID-19: Family Law and the Courts
Both the Family Court and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia are adapting to the restrictions required to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The Courts are still open and operating; however, the way…
Liquor Licensing Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
The South Australian Government has recently announced a number of measures to support businesses as they attempt to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. Measures include the issuing of short-term liquor…
Administering the JobKeeper Vaccine for Employers
The proposed JobKeeper package announced by the Federal Government is a wage subsidy scheme. Legislation which will contain the detail of the scheme is to follow. So far, the main points for…
Managing Your Workforce in a Stand Down
What are the implications for workers performing modified duties pursuant to the Return to Work Act?
Coronavirus: Commercial Landlords and Tenants
What we know so far While details at this stage are unclear, the Federal Government has announced a moratorium on evictions for the next six months. This moratorium is to be implemented and managed…
DW Fox Tucker Lawyers - COVID-19 Business Continuity Plan
To Our Valued Clients, Colleagues and Associates, During this incredibly challenging time, we want to assure you that we are taking steps to safeguard this firm, so we can continue to offer you the…
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