Significant Changes to the Obligation to Provide Suitable Employment Ahead
The Government has released a draft Bill that proposes a range of significant changes to the obligation to provide suitable employment.
Collaborating With Robots in the Workplace
Effectively managing the physical and psychological risk of persons working with autonomous collaborative robots and the legal considerations that arise out of these “blended” workplaces.
The Winds of Change Keep Blowing: Introducing Our New Dynamic Tax and Commercial Director
At DW Fox Tucker, our journey of growth continues as we welcome our new Tax and Commercial Director, Daniel Idema. This announcement marks the second key milestone in the firm’s strategic plan to…
Landmark Decision: Fair Work Commission Implements Historic Minimum Wage Hike
Last Friday, 2 June, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) announced its minimum wage review decision for 2022-23.[1] A summary of the key wage increase that will apply from 1 July 2023 is as follows: The…
From Fixed Term to Permanent
The Full Bench of the South Australia Tribunal clarifies that the Tribunal has the power to make an order under section 18 that changes the legal nature of the employment relationship
Countdown to the End of Zombie Agreements: Is Your Business Compliant?
Late last year, the Albanese Labor Government secured the passage of the Secure Jobs, Better Pay reforms[1] to the Fair Work laws.[2] An aspect of the reforms is a sunset date of 7 December 2023 for…
Navigating Separation: A 5-Step Guide to Successful Mediation in Family Law
As a result of a change to the rules of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia in 2021,[1] parties are now required to take genuine steps to settle parenting and financial disputes before…
Family Courts Look to Arbitration to Streamline Resolutions
On 1 September 2021, significant changes to Family Law were implemented. These changes required separating couples to undertake “genuine steps” to resolve their issues before issuing court…
Life Has Changed for Our Clients & Our People. So, We're Changing Too
After several challenging years that have left many of us re-evaluating our visions of success in our personal and business lives and how they align with the shifting environment, DW Fox Tucker has…
Pivot in Enforcement Strategy to Create Safer Workplaces
Why legislators and regulators are increasingly focusing on targeting individuals for their actions to ensure PCBU’s meet their work health and safety obligations
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