Employment Law Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on employment law for australian businesses.
Notice Periods for Employees Over 45 in Australia
Ending employment is never easy, and the rules around notice can feel confusing - especially when the employee is aged 45 or over. If you’re planning a restructure, dealing with performance or...
6 January 2026
Are Employees Allowed To Take A Mental Health Day Off Work? (2026 Updated)
Mental health is a workplace issue as much as it is a personal one. If you employ staff, chances are you’ve already seen it play out in real life: an employee calls...
6 January 2026
What You Need To Know About Delivery Service Agreements (2026 Updated)
Deliveries are no longer a “nice-to-have” for Australian businesses. Whether you run an eCommerce store, a restaurant, a pharmacy, a wholesaler, or a service business that needs equipment dropped on-site, your delivery...
6 January 2026
Do You Need a Compliance Lawyer in Australia?
When you’re growing a small business, “compliance” can feel like a moving target. There are rules around how you market, sell, hire, store customer data and even how you handle complaints -...
6 January 2026
Employee Entitlements On The Sale Of A Business In Australia
Selling your business is a big milestone. Among the price, assets and handover plan, one area you can’t afford to overlook is what happens to your employees and their entitlements. Handled well,...
6 January 2026
Minimum Entitlements in Australia: What Employers Need to Know
Hiring people is exciting - it’s a sign your business is growing. It also means you take on legal responsibilities as an employer, including providing the “minimum entitlements” your employees are legally...
6 January 2026
How Salary Pay Works in Australia
Hiring your first employee on a salary is a big milestone. It can also raise a lot of practical questions: what exactly does a “salary” cover, how often should you pay, and...
6 January 2026
How To Restructure To Legally Terminate An Employee In Australia
Restructuring is part of running a business. Markets change, budgets tighten and technology evolves - sometimes you genuinely no longer need certain roles. But there’s a right and wrong way to manage...
6 January 2026
Managing Unsuccessful Probation Periods in Australia
Probation periods are designed to help you confirm whether a new hire is the right fit for the role and your business. Sometimes, despite good intentions on both sides, things don’t work...
5 January 2026
Employer Lump Sum Payments in Australia: What To Pay and When
Lump sum payments can pop up at key moments in the employment lifecycle - when someone leaves, when you settle a dispute, or when you correct historical underpayments. If you’re running a...
5 January 2026
Does Your Business Sell Both Goods And Services? Make Sure You’re Using The Right Contract (2026 Updated)
If your business sells both goods and services, you’re in good company. Plenty of Australian businesses operate in that “hybrid” space - like selling a product and also installing it, supplying equipment...
5 January 2026
Employee Rights When Accused of Theft: Fair Process in Australia
Discovering a potential theft at work is stressful. You want to protect your business, your team and your customers - fast. But moving too quickly (or skipping steps) can backfire. If you...
5 January 2026
Disciplinary Action For Workplace Theft In Australia
Discovering or even suspecting employee theft is stressful for any small business. You’re balancing the need to protect your business with the legal requirement to act fairly and lawfully. The good news...
5 January 2026
Two Weeks’ Notice Resignation in Australia: What Employers Should Know
When a team member hands in a “two weeks’ notice”, it can kick off a tight timeline for handover, rostering and payroll. As an employer in Australia, your legal obligations don’t come...
5 January 2026
Company Car Policy Template in Australia: What to Include and Set Up
Issuing a company car can be a great perk and a practical tool for your team, but without clear ground rules, it can also create legal, safety and tax headaches. A well-drafted...
5 January 2026
How Employers Should Handle Bonus Payments in Australia
Bonuses can be a powerful way to reward performance, retain great people and align your team with business goals. But when you’re running a small business, it’s important that your bonus arrangements...
5 January 2026
Why Start a Business in Australia and How to Set It Up Legally
Thinking about starting your own business in Australia? It’s an exciting step - one that can offer flexibility, control and real impact. But it’s also a big decision that’s easier when you...
5 January 2026
What Is EEO Data in Australia?
If you’re growing a team in Australia, you’ll likely hear the term “EEO data” sooner or later. It often comes up when businesses want to measure diversity, report on workplace equality, or...
5 January 2026
Are Sundays Double Time in Australia? Weekend Penalty Rates Explained
Weekend rosters are a fact of life for many Australian businesses. But when it comes to Sundays, a common question we hear from employers is: “Are Sundays double time?” The short answer...
5 January 2026
Fair Work Summary Dismissal: What Employers Need To Know
Sometimes things go wrong at work and you need to act quickly to protect your business, people and customers. That’s where summary dismissal comes in - ending employment on the spot (or...
5 January 2026
What Is An Employer’s Duty Of Care? (2026 Updated)
When you employ someone, you’re not just bringing another set of hands into the business - you’re also taking on legal responsibilities for their health and safety at work. That responsibility is...
5 January 2026
Redeployment Rights in Australia: What Employers Need to Know
Downsizing, restructuring or tech changes can force tough decisions about roles in your business. Before you move to redundancies, Australian workplace law expects you to consider redeployment. Getting redeployment right isn’t just...
4 January 2026
When Independent Contractors Create Work, Who Owns The Intellectual Property? (2026 Updated)
If you’re hiring independent contractors to build your website, design your logo, write your copy, develop software, or create content for your business, you’re probably assuming one thing: If you paid for...
4 January 2026
How To Handle A Pay Rise Letter To Your Employer
When an employee sends a pay rise letter, it can catch you at a busy moment. You want to be fair, keep good staff, and stay compliant - without blowing your budget....
4 January 2026
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