Category: IRIQ Articles

Fair Work Commission Upholds Employer’s Decision on Hybrid Working Arrangement

Key Takeaways In the first decision of its kind, the Fair Work Commission has ruled against a Sydney-based employee seeking... Continue reading

Legal Victory for Network 10: A Closer Look at the Enterprise Agreement

Key Takeaways In a recent landmark legal case, Network 10 Pty Limited achieved a significant victory in a dispute concerning... Continue reading

Procedural Flaws and HR Software Dependency Lead to Unfair Dismissal

Key Takeaways In a recent case that underscores the challenges of overreliance on subscription-based HR software, an occupational therapy business,... Continue reading

Three Award-Winning Questions

Cawley Hennings, Special Counsel at IRiQ, offers monthly, practical insights into all things industrial. With the 2023-24 modern award review... Continue reading

Brownport Almonds Takes Remedial Actions for Employee Underpayments Exceeding $500,000

Key Learnings Brownport Almonds Pty Ltd, a prominent player in the Australian almond growing and processing industry, has undertaken substantial... Continue reading

State Labor Governments Defend Wage Theft Laws in High Court Challenge

Key Takeaways The Macedon Lounge Case  State Labor governments have intervened in a High Court challenge by a Victorian restaurateur... Continue reading

Legal Battle Unfolds as Popular Restaurants in Brisbane Face Allegations of Wage Theft

Key Takeaways In-Depth Account In a recent update, the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) initiated legal proceedings against the former operators... Continue reading

Suzy Cheikho v Insurance Australia Group Services Limited

Key Takeaways Facts Breach (a) the Commission is satisfied that the Applicant was protected from unfair dismissal at the time... Continue reading

“Manager” is more than just a title

Key Takeaways Facts Breach Decision A person is protected from unfair dismissal at a time if, at that time:  ... Continue reading

Fair Work Ombudsman Takes Legal Action Against Bakers Delight Franchisor for Extensive Underpayments

Key Takeaways This month, the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has announced that it has commenced significant legal proceedings against Bakers... Continue reading

Elevating Corporate Compliance: Strategic Payroll Investments Ensuring Business Operate Within Their Legal Requirements

Key Takeaways: In a noteworthy address to the Australian Labour Law Association, esteemed Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO), Sandra Parker, presented... Continue reading

CFMEU Grilled over Unauthorised Entry

Key Takeaways Facts Breach A permit holder exercising or seeking to exercise rights by this act must not intentionally hinder... Continue reading