In some industries, including retail, health, community and employment services, workers may be in contact with persons who are confused, unwell and/or under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Besides, the COVID-19 situation continues to add frustration and...
If you are an Australian citizen or a permanent resident you cannot leave Australia due to current travel restrictions. A person who fails to comply with the restrictions may commit a criminal offence (imprisonment for maximum 5 years) or face a penalty of up to...
With more employees now working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that employers are prepared for the possibility of claims arising from injuries that are acquired from working at home. Firstly, even when working from home, employers still owe a...
Most people view marketing as an expense and unfortunately for most businesses this is the case. Let me explain; because most business owners do not track where their leads come from, they do not know which marketing strategies are working. Look at it this way, if I...
In the wake of a recent inquiry into the actions of former High Court Justice Dyson Heydon, it is important for employees and employers to consider the prevalence and impact of sexual harassment in the workplace. The Australian Human Rights Commission, in their recent...
Due to COVID-19 related travel bans Australia’s net migration intake in 2020-21 will be significantly lower than in previous years. States and territories across Australia have announced that their Skilled Nomination program will remain temporarily suspended while...
