by Jennifer Bicknell | Jun 5, 2026
CASE YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT Flexible Work Request Comes Up Against a $780,000 Problem The Fair Work Commission has rejected a mine worker’s request for permanent day shifts and shorter hours after parental leave, accepting the employer had reasonable business grounds...
by Jennifer Bicknell | Jun 5, 2026
AI Regulation Moves Onto the Agenda The Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Amanda Rishworth, has called for a tripartite dialogue between government, employers and unions on how AI is adopted in Australian workplaces. Speaking at the recent AFR Workforce...
by Jennifer Bicknell | Jun 5, 2026
The Robots Are Coming for the Luggage An airport in Tokyo is preparing to test humanoid robots as baggage handlers and cargo loaders from May 2026. The robots may eventually be trialled on other airport tasks too, including cleaning aircraft cabins and handling ground...
by Jennifer Bicknell | May 19, 2026
The Federal Court has issued a Practice Note on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence. In the Practice Note the Court recognises that while Generative AI has benefits, such as the potential to increase efficiency and the reduction of legal costs, it...
by Jennifer Bicknell | Apr 23, 2026
Interview Fails: The “Please Don’t Do This” Edition 1. “I’m just here for the money.” Honesty is admirable. Timing is everything. 2. “I didn’t really read the job description.” They know. You didn’t need to confirm it. 3. “My biggest weakness? I don’t like...
by Jennifer Bicknell | Feb 5, 2026
The NSW Government is paving the way for Australia’s first WHS duty focused on digital work systems. The Work Health and Safety Amendment (Digital Work Systems) Bill 2025 (NSW) proposes amendments to the WHS Act 2011 to clarify what PCBUs must consider when using tech...
