LAW
Childcare trainee fired over text wins unfair dismissal claim, compensation
08 February 2026
A trainee dismissed over allegations of misconduct had her dismissal deemed unfair by the Fair Work Commission.
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BUSINESS
Dealing with ‘free-rider’ employees
08 February 2026
One expert has told HR Leader about ways to deal with employees who try to take advantage of their colleagues and the ...
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LAW
Pundits split over NSW workers’ compensation reform
05 February 2026
On Wednesday (4 February), NSW Parliament passed its Workers’ Compensation Legislation Amendment (Reform and ...
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TECH
Recruitment through an AI lens
05 February 2026
One HR expert has explained how HR departments can implement AI-focused hiring and skills management amid the myriad ...
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LAW
Group chats, DMs, and ice-bath selfies: How this teacher won his unfair dismissal case
04 February 2026
A popular teacher and coach accused of alleged misconduct received compensation for a “disproportionate” sanction
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BUSINESS
Moving policy away from just a ‘compliance thing’
04 February 2026
Policy should be adapted to workplace environments, one HR expert said, as she reflected on how organisations can adapt ...
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LAW
WFH bill must be rejected, says construction body
04 February 2026
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has called for the rejection of a bill that could legislate the right to work ...
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