Archive for January 2026
FWC upholds dismissal of employee with expired visa
The Fair Work Commission (Commission) has decided in favour of an employer who dismissed an employee who continued to work on an expired visa, despite the renewed visa arriving within…
Read MoreFWC: valid reason not enough to prevent a finding of unfair dismissal
In a recent decision, the Fair Work Commission (Commission) found that a valid reason for dismissal will not, on its own, prevent the finding of unfair dismissal. The case highlights…
Read MoreClothing and laundry allowances: What you need to know
Alongside the many other allowances employees may be entitled to, special clothing and laundry allowances are often misunderstood and frequently overlooked by businesses. Many employers mistakenly assume that employees can…
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