As HR practitioners play more powerful and strategic roles in their organisations, they become more vulnerable to legal risks. Under what circumstances might they be held personally liable for breaches of workplace law?
Ten years ago, career pathways in the Australian Public Service lacked visibility and consistency, making career development challenging for both employees and HR leaders. In response, it developed a new virtual tool to enable personalised, skills-based career development pathways.
A new High Court decision confirms that, when considering whether to redeploy an employee due to a redundancy, an employer must consider opportunities broadly – including roles performed by contractors or labour hire workers.
Australians are living longer, with 40 per cent of the population estimated to be over 55 by 2050. Yet, HR’s perceptions of what it means to be an “older worker” is getting younger. What risks does it raise for organisations and Australia more broadly?
Between emerging technology, economic uncertainty and growing rates of burnout, HR is facing mounting pressure to help employees adjust to rapid change. By harnessing these four global trends, HR can help ensure their workforces are ready for anything.
Engaging executive leadership requires a unique set of strategies – from experiencing the frontline to learning how to speak the C-suite’s language.
Following last week’s release of the Workplace Gender Equality Agency’s gender pay gap data, HRM speaks with an expert about strategies HR practitioners can adopt to help their businesses narrow the gap.
Kestrel Coal’s AHRI award-winning leadership development program prepares its leaders for the future by breaking down silos and innovating the training process.
Federal legislation passed in February creates a statutory definition of the employer-employee relationship – and it’s imperative that HR professionals review relevant contracts and working relationships sooner rather than later.
Deloitte’s new diversity, equity and inclusion strategy aims to increase the number of women in senior leadership by revolutionising parental leave, elevating part-time work and making managers at all levels more accountable.
4 – 6 August 2026 | BCEC Brisbane
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