by Jennifer Bicknell | Feb 13, 2023
What should be included in a sexual harassment policy? Whatever is necessary to ensure that everyone in the workplace understands and complies with their legal obligations and responsibilities. This checklist will help your business determine if your current policy...
by Jennifer Bicknell | Feb 1, 2023
Full-time, part-time and casual employees of non-small business employers (ie employers with 15+ employees) will be able to access 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave in a 12-month period. The leave is not pro-rated for part-time or casual employees....
by Jennifer Bicknell | Feb 1, 2023
A NSW Parliamentary Committee has recommended that Workplace Surveillance Laws be updated to reflect advancements in technology. The Committee recommended that workers should have better privacy protections and opportunities to negotiate with their employers about...
by Jennifer Bicknell | Jan 31, 2023
Hello! We’ve got workplace trends and news, interesting cases, and sage advice in the “Dear Jen” column. This edition’s freebie is a checklist of Essential Workplace Policies and Procedures… and of course, I share my recommendations for your viewing pleasure. I...
by Jennifer Bicknell | Jan 20, 2023
Respect@work Portal The Australian Human Rights Commission has launched a website to provide resources for employers and employees regarding the positive duty that will be in place under the upcoming sexual harassment legislative amendments. The website has best...