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Get timely, reliable and practical employee relations advice on employment laws, the awards system and other human resource matters. CCIWA Members get unlimited access.

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Through our incorporated legal practice, Business Law WA, our team of experienced, client-focused business lawyers offer a full range of Commercial Law & Employment Law services for all your essential legal needs.

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Unlock the potential of your business with our suite of staff training and development programs, crafted by workplace relations experts and tailored to your business needs.

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We offer extensive, independent and practical industrial and labour relations support to the engineering, construction and mining industries.

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Workplace Training & Development

Unlock the potential of your business with our suite of staff training and development programs, crafted by workplace relations experts and tailored to your business needs.

Apprenticeship Support Australia WA

Apprenticeship Support Australia WA

Our dedicated team specialises in assisting employers maximise the benefits of investing in apprenticeships and traineeships to build local skills for the diverse WA workforce. Our team of experts will provide all the advice, support and services you need — free of charge.

Work Integrated Learning – Internships

Work Integrated Learning - Internships

Tap into WA’s future workforce with our Work Integrated Learning – Internships program. This free service facilitates university student work experience placements for your business.

Industry Capability Network WA

Industry Capability Network WA

Connecting your business with mining, construction, infrastructure, defence and other major projects using the ICN Gateway.

International Trade Services

International Trade Services

Take your business global using our comprehensive suite of international trade services to streamline importing and exporting, reduce risks and identify international partners.

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Lack of Respect@Work compliance could lead to losing contracts

A business’ ability to secure contracts could come down to their due diligence to adhere to Respect@Work laws.

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How to get a business loan

Securing a business loan can be a pivotal step in growing your business. Bendigo Bank provides tips on how to boost your chances of loan approval.

How to mitigate psychosocial hazards in HR conversations

If psychosocial hazards aren’t managed, they can significantly impact workplace interactions and can escalate into mental health issues and bullying.

The seven standards of Respect@Work laws explained

Positive duty requirements under Respect@Work laws require employers to satisfy a set of seven standards to remain compliant. We step you through them.

Right of entry permit ‘fit and proper’ person test passes WA Parliament

A new law will require union officials to pass a Fit and Proper Person Test to obtain a State Right of Entry Permit.

How to avoid wage theft and underpayment penalties

When did you last do an audit on payroll practices an employee pay audit? It could save you millions of dollars and even prison time.

Pulse Check: redundancies and restructures FAQs

Our employee relations experts answer your questions about redundancies and restructures. 

What are the ‘same job, same pay’ laws?

On November 1 new ‘same job, same pay’ laws come into effect, impacting businesses using labour hire workers. Here's what you need to know.

FWC rules on employer’s challenge to redundancy payout over ‘acceptable alternative employment’

What happened when a business wanted to vary redundancy pay after finding alternative employment for two workers? Our experts analyse the Fair Work Commission ruling.

Building an invisible safety culture: key strategies for workplace wellbeing

What does a visible versus invisible safety culture look like? We take you through the basics.

Understanding psychosocial hazards in the workplace

Since the COVID pandemic, working arrangements have fundamentally changed. We take a deep dive into understanding psychosocial hazards at work and how to manage the risks.

Record penalties issued for severe underpayment

Federal Court imposed a $15.3 million on a business owner for deliberately and repeatedly exploiting migrant workers. Our experts explain what you need to know.

Six steps to conducting a work health and safety audit

With National Safe Work Month spanning the month of October, it’s a great time to re-commit to building a safe and healthy workplace. A health and safety audit is a good place to start.

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What is a trade mark and why is it important?

When you see a big yellow “M” do you immediately think of McDonalds? This is the power of brand awareness. We explore the benefits and registration process of trade marks.