Tag: Closing Loopholes Bill

6 common questions about casual conversion

Ahead of a report into the latest Closing Loopholes legislation, we ask an expert lawyer to explain the casual conversion rules in their current form.

How casual work could evolve as a result of current legislation reviews

Both the National Employment Standards and the Closing Loopholes laws are currently under scrutiny, prompting renewed debate about the future of casual employment. Here’s what HR needs to know.

Is your organisation prepared for the new wage theft laws?

New wage theft laws criminalising intentional underpayments have now come into effect. A legal expert explains what HR needs to know to maintain compliance with the new legislation.

FWC hands down first Same Job, Same Pay ruling

The new Same Job, Same Pay legislation has been put to the test for the first time in a recent case heard by the FWC. How might this decision impact employers engaging labour hire workers?

When can employers refuse a casual conversion request?

From August this year, new legislation will allow casual employees who believe they are no longer casual to request permanent employment. Under the new laws, what will constitute reasonable grounds to refuse a conversion request?

What HR needs to know about upcoming laws for engaging casual workers

With new rules for engaging casual workers due to come into effect in August, a legal expert outlines how HR can prepare.

Closing Loopholes Bill: new tranche of industrial relations changes coming in 2024

Employers who intentionally underpay staff (including superannuation) could soon face criminal sanctions. Here’s what else HR needs to know about the Closing Loopholes Bill.