Beyond the bounds of Uber: implications for Australia

The landmark UK Supreme Court Uber decision and why it’s highly relevant for Australia.

Requiring the jab? What’s reasonable in Australian workplaces

What is lawful and reasonable when it comes to vaccinations and the workplace?

JobMaker: How the Federal Budget Hiring Credit scheme works

Expert consideration of the complex new JobMaker Hiring Credit Scheme.

Ride or die? The gig economy workers sparking an employment law crisis

At least five food delivery riders have died on Australian roads since September. Who should take the fall for such risky working conditions and a…

The delicate balancing act that is industrial relations reform

Your guide to the most significant industrial relations reforms being considered in over a decade.

Federal Court divided on which ‘complaints’ give rise to unlawful adverse action

When is OK to make a workplace ‘complaint’ or ‘inquiry’? As the Federal Court found in Cummins South Pacific P/L v Keenan, the answer is…

Firefighting or reform? The industrial response to COVID-19

An essential update on JobKeeper 2.0, the latest changes to modern awards, and the future of Industrial Relations reform in 2021.  

When is a complaint or inquiry a protected ‘workplace right’?

Federal Court insights on what types of complaints or inquiries are protected workplace rights under the general protections provisions.

High Court clear as day on “notional” day in the life

High Court provides welcome clarity on the meaning of ‘a day’ for personal leave purposes.