Australia’s workplace relations regime is not in for a major overhaul, but the Fair Work Amendment (Supporting Australia’s Jobs and Economic Recovery) Bill 2020 (the FW Bill) does represent the most substantial shift in industrial relations since the Fair Work...
The New South Wales (NSW) government, much like the federal government, is looking for ways to keep the property market and construction ticking along. Its latest rounds of changes are designed with that in mind – but there are risks. The NSW state government...
The new year is a good time to review your business, look over your goals and keep on track. In relation to employees, you should consider a refreshed approach to their management in the new year. We’ve outlined some steps to assist you below. Define your business’...
The NSW Parliament in July 2020, passed two significant pieces of legislation that affect builders & other professionals practicing in New South Wales. Key features of the new legislation The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2019 became law on 1 July 2020....
Around this time each year, questions emerge regarding the Christmas and New Year period, such as ‘what are employee entitlements when working through the holiday period?’ In this article, we will examine how to direct employees to take leave, how annual leave works,...
When company directors breach the law they can be personally liable for the company’s debts and regulatory action can be taken against them. Here we explain the key areas of personal liability for you as a director. How long are directors liable for a company? Is a...
