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Employment Update
What makes a lawful direction – Lessons from the Commission
The Fair Work Commission (‘Commission’) has ordered a $67,741.44 payout for an Employee, holding that she was unfairly dismissed when her employer terminated her while she was attending a mediation intake for allegedly failing to follow a lawful direction to attend mediation. In this Employment Update we will discuss the matter of Leoni Seychelles v […]
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When colleague chemistry becomes workplace risk: the Kyle Sandilands & Jackie ‘O’ fall out
The ongoing dispute involving radio personalities Kyle Sandilands (“Sandilands”) and Jacqueline Henderson (“Jackie O”) and ARN media (“ARN”) continues to evolve, with the commercial and litigation landscape shifting significantly following a settlement announced to ASX. This Employment Update reflects the most recent developments, including the settlement with Sandilands and the continuation of Jackie O’s proceedings. […]
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Payday superannuation, Victorian work from home rights, updated pay guides
Two major workplace law changes are incoming: a change to superannuation obligations for all employers, and a state change to work from home (“WFH”) laws for employees working in Victoria. SUPERANNUATION From 1 July 2026, employers must pay superannuation when they pay wages (as opposed to the previous quarterly requirement). Failing receipt by a super […]
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Minimum Wage & Award Wage Increase
From the first full pay period after 1 July 2026 there will be a 4.75% increase to Award rates. Furthermore, the National Minimum Wage will be increased to $1,004.90 per week (a 5.97% increase) and the lowest paid classifications in modern Awards, the C13 and C14 wage rates will be phased out in three stages. […]
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