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Employee expressing discontent?

To what degree can employees express discontent with employer decisions without being counselled or disciplined. A former Queensland public servant has failed to stop disciplinary action over...

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Making competition law work better for business

Competition laws will work better for small business with a dedicated court list. For small business, effective competition is vital and knowing they can compete on a...

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Is your super looking a bit sad? Why sole traders are at risk of a retirement crisis

If you’re a sole trader or running a micro business, chances are you’ve thought to yourself: ‘I’ll sort out super later. Right now I’ve got a business...

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Alcohol and work – limits of employer rights?

The Fair Work Commission has recently held an employer unreasonably directed a worker to take a random alcohol breath test without clearly explaining why, and then summarily...

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The future of marketing: six trends to watch

Marketing has taken huge strides in the last few years. With rapid AI innovation, rising ad fatigue, and a more competitive playing field, brands have had to...

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Three ways to stay strong during a crisis

Life has a way of throwing curveballs when you least expect it. A job loss, a health scare, a relationship breakdown, or a natural disaster—when things unravel,...

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July 1, 2025 changes to workplace laws: what businesses must know

It is an opportune time to take a look at some of the workplace changes that are in effect from July this year. Some of these changes...

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How to attract and grow young baking talent in a trade that starts at 2am

Industry tips from judge Michael Prowse from this year’s prestigious LA Judge Award. Passion is in the DNA of every successful baker. When I began my baking...

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Fair Work Commission rules high bar to say ‘no’ to flexible work

Employees have greater rights to seek flexible work arrangements, and decisions about those rights are now assisting employers find the breadth of those rights. A recent example...

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The surprising tax write-offs available to bakery staff this EOFY

Regardless of whether you’re a chef, kitchen hand or barista, every profession has its nuances. Bakery staff and hospitality workers will have access to a range of...