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DQ NEWS:
Recent News on the NES....
On 1 January 2010, the National Employment Standards ("NES") will replace the current Australian Fair Pay and Conditions Standards of the Workchoices Act
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DQ CASE LAW UPDATE:
FCB Achieves Significant Result for Protection of Parents from Discriminatory Conduct in the Workplace
In recent proceedings before the Federal Magistrates Court of Australia, FCB acted for a Project Manager who had been
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DQ LEGISLATIVE UPDATE:
New Anti-Discrminative Powers of the Fair Work Ombudsman
The Workplace Ombudsman, together with his staff and Workplace Inspectors form the independent statutory body responsible for enforcing compliance with Federal workplace relations law.
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DQ NEWS: The NES - Something to consider if you are issuing new employment contracts before and after 31 December 2009
On 1 January 2010, the National Employment Standards ("NES") will replace the current Australian Fair Pay and Conditions Standard of the WorkChoices legislation, and in conjunction with modern awards, will constitute the Federal Government's new safety net.
In passing the
Fair Work Act (Cth) 2009, the Federal Government incorporated the Greens amendment, expanding the right to request flexible working arrangements to parents with disabled children under the age of 18 as well as parents with the care of children under school age.
If you are considering issuing new employment contracts to your employees in the next 6 months, ensure that they are compliant with the NES to prevent further amendments from 1 January 2010. For assistance in reviewing your contracts please contact a partner at FCB.
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