Employment Law Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on employment law for australian businesses.
Hiring Contractors and Freelancers for an Australian Subscription Business
Hiring contractors and freelancers can help an Australian subscription business grow quickly, but misclassification, weak contracts and poor IP or privacy
4 September 2026
Managing Contractors in Employee Benefits Consultancies
Using contractors and freelancers in an employee benefits consultancy can be commercially useful, but only if the arrangement matches the real working
4 September 2026
Hospitality Wage Rates in Australia: Employer Obligations Under Awards
Hospitality pay mistakes often start with the wrong award, the wrong classification or a flat rate that does not cover penalties. This guide explains how
3 September 2026
Transfer of Business Rules for Australian Employers
Buying, selling or restructuring a business can trigger transfer of business rules under Australian employment law. Here is what employers need to check
2 September 2026
Do You Have To Work On A Public Holiday In Australia? Employer Obligations
Public holidays can be great for business (think: busy trading periods and extra foot traffic) - but they can also be a legal minefield if you’re rostering staff, changing hours, or trying...
2 September 2026
Commission and Incentive Terms for Australian Cosmetics Brands
Commission and incentive plans can be effective for Australian cosmetics brands, but vague drafting, worker misclassification and unclear payment triggers
2 September 2026
Change of Employment Status Letter: What to Include (Sample Wording)
In a growing small business, it’s normal for roles to evolve. A casual employee might move into permanent part-time hours. A part-time team member might step up into a full-time role. Or...
2 September 2026
How To Design An Effective Incentive System For Startups And Small Businesses
When you’re building a startup or running a small business, every hire matters, every dollar counts, and every week of momentum can make the difference between scaling up and stalling out. That’s...
1 September 2026
Class Codes for Australian Employers: Impact on Workers Compensation
If you employ staff (or you’re about to), you’ve probably come across the term class codes and wondered what they actually mean - and why everyone seems to care so much about...
1 September 2026
Intern Laws in Australia: What Employers Can and Cannot Do
Thinking about taking on an intern? Learn what Australian intern laws allow, when interns must be paid, and what employers should put in writing before
1 September 2026EEO Legislation in Australia: Key Compliance Steps for Employers
EEO legislation in Australia affects hiring, workplace conduct, flexible work, complaints and termination. This guide explains the key compliance steps
1 September 2026
What To Do When an Employee Doesn’t Show Up For Work In Australia
When you run a small business, every shift matters. So when an employee doesn’t show up for work with no warning, it can quickly turn into a stressful mix of operational disruption,...
1 September 2026
When Should You Speak To A Business Lawyer?
When is the right time to call a business lawyer? Earlier than you think - getting legal advice before you commit can save costly mistakes.
31 August 2026
Employer Responsibilities Under Australian Sexual Harassment Laws
Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats. You’re managing customers, cash flow, hiring, culture, and compliance - often all at once. But there’s one question we see come up...
31 August 2026
Disclosing Medical Information To Employers: Australian Legal Guide
When you run a small business, you wear a lot of hats. On any given day you might be managing rostering, cashflow, client expectations, and (sometimes) unexpected staff issues like injuries, illness,...
31 August 2026
Employee Handbook Contents: What Australian Small Businesses Should Include
If you employ (or are about to employ) people in your small business, you’ve probably had this moment: you’ve got an Employment Contract signed, you’ve sorted payroll, and then a “simple” question...
31 August 2026Employing Staff in a Not-for-profit: Legal Obligations for Australian Organisations
Hiring staff in a not-for-profit still triggers real employment law obligations. This guide explains worker classification, awards, contracts, governance
30 August 2026Employee Recommendation Letters in Australia: Legal Considerations for Employers
An employee recommendation letter can expose Australian employers to risk if it is inaccurate, overly broad, or inconsistent with internal records. Here
29 August 2026
Commission and Bonus Clauses for Beauty Salon Staff in Australia
Commission and bonus pay can motivate beauty salon staff, but unclear clauses often lead to payroll disputes and underpayment risk. This guide covers what
29 August 2026Managing Contractors and Freelancers in Australian Property Management Businesses
Using contractors and freelancers in a property management business can save time, but only if the legal arrangement fits the way the work is actually
28 August 2026
Staff Handbook Policies for Australian Game Development Studios
A staff handbook can help Australian game development studios manage overtime, confidentiality, remote work and conduct issues without turning every
28 August 2026Is It Illegal Not to Give Employees a Contract of Employment?
In Australia, it is not automatically illegal to hire an employee without a written contract, but that does not mean it is low risk. This guide explains
28 August 2026Key Staff Handbook Policies for Supplement Brands in Australia
A staff handbook for an Australian supplement brand should do more than cover leave and office conduct. It should set clear rules on product claims
27 August 2026Staff Handbook Policies for Australian Construction Businesses
A staff handbook can help Australian construction businesses set clear site rules, support employment contracts and manage safety, conduct and
27 August 2026
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