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Employers can no longer direct staff to take unpaid leave during shutdown periods, such as a Christmas.

Are your employees using their own vehicles for work-related travel? Many employees are unaware of their responsibilities associated with what is termed ‘grey fleet’ management.

As safety expectations continue to rise across industry, Advanced Braking Technology (ABT) is proving how innovation can drive long-term business growth.

Changes to the unfair contract terms (UCT) regime will affect more businesses and impose higher penalties for non-compliance.

Do you want to expand your business but are concerned about risk and cost? Consider employing an apprentice or trainee.

ESG advisory firm Parvate ESG Managing Director Jim Allenby says ESG is now a priority consideration for exporters, especially for long-term export success.

Nearly three decades ago, two aspiring Western Australians embarked on a daring entrepreneurial journey to build a leading manufacturing company. Now employing more than 40 staff,...

Workplace health and safety laws still apply when employees work from home doing computer-based work.

Employees are now legally entitled to ask for a formal flexible working arrangement.

It’s a tough battle to stay ahead of online scammers who are constantly thinking of new ways to scam and attack businesses. Small to medium businesses are often more vulnerable because they tend to ha...

An expert review commissioned by Safe Work Australia has recommended a workplace exposure standard for diesel particulate matter (DPM) to protect workers from the adverse health effects of exposure.

Employees (including casuals) can take up to 12 months’ unpaid parental leave when they (or their spouse or de facto partner) give birth to a child, or they adopt a child under 16 years of age.

With the Aboriginal cultural heritage laws coming into effect from 1 July, CCIWA’s Commercial Law team outlines what you need to know.

Recent workplace deaths in WA serve as a timely reminder to prioritise safety and health in the workplace, regardless of your workers’ employment type or terms.