Tag: Workplace Relations

Work from Home: A Perk Today, an Entitlement Tomorrow?

Posted on April 8, 2025 Posted inNews, IRIQ ArticlesTags:Employee Rights, Employment Law, Enterprise Bargaining, Fair Work Act, Flexible Work, HR, Industrial Relations, Modern Awards, Remote Work, Workplace Relations

The Fair Work Commission is progressing with a proposal to introduce a standard Working from Home clause into the Clerks—Private... Continue reading

Navigating Intractable Bargaining: Key Takeaways from the FWC’s Victoria Police Decision

Posted on April 1, 2025 Posted inNews, IRIQ ArticlesTags:Closing Loopholes, Employment Law, Enterprise Agreements, Enterprise Bargaining, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Intractable Bargaining, Workplace Relations

A recent FWC decision rejected Victoria Police’s application for intractable bargaining, despite 117 meetings and a failed agreement vote. The... Continue reading

New Model Terms for Enterprise Agreements: Key Changes for Employers

Posted on March 25, 2025 Posted inNews, IRIQ ArticlesTags:Closing Loopholes, Employment Law, Enterprise Agreements, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Workplace Relations

From 26 February 2025, all new enterprise agreements must include updated model terms on flexibility, consultation, and dispute resolution. These... Continue reading

The Closing Loopholes Legislation: Employee Choice Pathway for Casuals

Posted on March 18, 2025 Posted inNews, IRIQ ArticlesTags:Casual Employee, Casual Employment, Employee Choice Pathway, Employee Rights, Employment Law, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Workplace Relations

The Employee Choice Pathway, part of the Closing Loopholes reforms, gives casual employees more control over converting to permanent employment.... Continue reading

Enterprise Agreement Bargaining: Can Unresolved Issues Be Addressed After a Majority Vote?

Posted on March 11, 2025 Posted inNews, IRIQ ArticlesTags:Employee Rights, Employment Law, Enterprise Bargaining, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, HR, Industrial Relations, Workplace Relations

A recent Full Federal Court ruling confirmed that once employees approve an enterprise agreement, bargaining is over—even if some issues... Continue reading

Enterprise Agreement Bargaining: Why Even an Approved Agreement Can Be Overturned

Posted on February 25, 2025 Posted inNews, IRIQ ArticlesTags:Employment Law, Enterprise Agreement, Enterprise Bargaining, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, HR, Workplace Relations

A recent FWC Full Bench decision reinforced the importance of genuine employee participation, transparency, and compliance with Fair Work Act... Continue reading

Enterprise Agreement Bargaining – “Agreement in Writing” Clarified

Posted on February 18, 2025 Posted inNews, IRIQ ArticlesTags:Employee Conduct, Employment Law, Enterprise Bargaining, Fair Work Act, Fair Work Commission, HR, Workplace Relations

When Is an Agreement to Bargain Legally Binding? A recent FWC ruling confirmed that a general willingness to negotiate isn’t... Continue reading

Queensland WHS Legislation Update: Preventing Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment

Posted on December 17, 2024 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Employment Law, HR, Psychosocial Hazards, Queensland, Risk Management, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Policies, Workplace Relations, Workplace Safety, Workplace Training

From 1 September 2024, Queensland employers must proactively manage sexual and gender-based harassment risks. By March 2025, a prevention plan... Continue reading

When Holiday Parties Go Wrong: Avoiding Legal Hangovers

Posted on December 12, 2024 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Christmas Party, Constructive Dismissal, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, HR, Workplace Conflict, Workplace Policies, Workplace Relations

A mishandled confrontation at a Christmas party led to a constructive dismissal ruling and maximum compensation, reminding employers to treat... Continue reading

Annual Leave and Christmas Shutdowns: A Guide for Employers

Posted on November 29, 2024 Posted inIRIQ ArticlesTags:Christmas Shutdown, Employee Leave, Employment Law, Enterprise Agreements, HR, Workplace Policies, Workplace Relations

Planning a Christmas shutdown? As the holiday season nears, it’s crucial to ensure your business complies with award and agreement... Continue reading

Policy Implementation: More Than Just a “Tick and Flick”

Posted on October 25, 2024 Posted inNewsTags:Employment Law, Fair Work Commission, Unfair Dismissal, Workplace Conflict, Workplace Policy, Workplace Relations, Workplace Training

In a recent case, Christmas Island Phosphates dismissed a truck driver for inappropriate conduct. While the Fair Work Commission found... Continue reading

The Dangers of Poor Workplace Investigations in Sexual Harassment Cases

Posted on October 14, 2024 Posted inNews, IRIQ ArticlesTags:Employee Rights, Fair Work Commission, Sexual Harassment, Unfair Dismissal, Workplace Investigation, Workplace Relations

Rushed or incomplete workplace investigations can expose employers to unfair dismissal claims—even in serious cases like sexual harassment. Recent rulings... Continue reading

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