The Friday Workplace Briefing

18:52

New Victorian Law Coming Empowering Reps and Doubling...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/10/08

Victoria passes safety law changes that double prison time for employees and directorsAndrew Douglas and Kim McLagan discuss the new Victorian Law coming to Double Reckless Endangerment Penalties and how this legislative change will empower Safety Representatives.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:56

The Complexity of Managing Performance in a...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/10/01

Managing performance in today’s diverse workplace is increasingly complex.Andrew Douglas and Tom Daly discuss the growing importance of cultural and psychological safety when managing employee performance, and the key considerations for employers.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:19

Managing Complex Disability Adjustments and What...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/09/27

What happens when a disability adjustment becomes complex — and what happens when things go wrong?In this episode, Andrew Douglas & Tanya Maithani discuss Managing Complex Disability Adjustments and What Happens When It Goes Wrong, sharing their perspectives on the challenges that can arise and what can happen when things don’t go as planned.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:56

Do You really Love Christmas-after Parties and...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/09/17

With Christmas functions fast approaching, a recent Fair Work Commission decision is a timely reminder that the work function may not necessarily end when the official event does.What happens when the celebrations continue, things go wrong, and employee conduct becomes a workplace issue?In our latest podcast, Andrew Douglas and Kim McLagan discuss the recent decision in Bell v Arts Centre Melbourne and what it means for employers heading into the festive season.Watch this week’s Friday

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22:03

The Need for a Factual Nexus

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/09/09

When is a flexible work request genuinely connected to an employee’s age?Andrew DouglasandMonnette Samodiscuss a recent Fair Work Commission decision that explores this question and what it means for employers and employees.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Videohere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:18

First Case on Right to Disconnect Shows How Tough It...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/09/03

The Right to Disconnect - What does it actually mean?The first case to consider the new right to disconnect provisions provides important insight into what employers and employees need to know.JoinAndrew DouglasandKim McLaganas they discussKalleske v McGuireand explore the critical distinction between unreasonable out-of-hours contact and the consequences of not responding.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Videohere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:09

Royal Commission into Big Build Corruption

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/08/27

The Royal Commission into Big Build Corruption – What You Need to KnowIn our latest podcast,Andrew Douglasis joined byMadelyn Hassan, who is stepping in front of the camera for the first time after helping behind the scenes with the FCW podcast preparation.Together, they discuss the newly established Royal Commission into the integrity of major Victorian infrastructure projects, including the allegations of corruption, organized crime and serious misconduct, and what the Commission could mean

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16:50

How Ai is The Bully’s Tool

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/08/13

What happens when workplace conflict meets AI?In a recent Fair Work Commission decision, a body corporate committee was found to have repeatedly behaved unreasonably towards a caretaker, creating a risk to her health and safety and warranting a stop-bullying order.The decision also highlights an emerging issue for employers and employees: the use of AI in workplace correspondence. The Commission criticised correspondence that appeared to have been AI-generated as lengthy, repetitive and accusatory,

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26:58

The Growth of More Serious Criminal Charges in Safety

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/08/06

In this episode,Andrew DouglasandJim Babalisexplore the growing trend of serious criminal prosecutions arising from workplace safety incidents. Using South Australia's first industrial manslaughter prosecution as a starting point, they discuss how regulators are increasingly pursuing significant penalties against companies, directors, and individuals following workplace fatalities.The conversation also examines recent industrial and workplace manslaughter cases from across Australia, highlighting

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26:32

The New Fair Work Court-what is it, When will it...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/07/30

The Federal Government has announced its intention to establish a newFair Work Court—the most significant proposed change to Australia's workplace relations system in almost 30 years.JoinAndrew DouglasandJim Babalisas they discuss what this proposal could mean for employers, including how workplace disputes may be resolved in the future, what is currently known, and the potential impact on businesses if the reforms proceed.While the proposal is still in its early stages and consultation is yet

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29:21

The Test for Termination Based on not Fit for The...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/07/23

When is an employee no longer able to perform the inherent requirements of their role, and when can an employer lawfully rely on incapacity as a reason for termination?In this session,Andrew DouglasandJim Babaliswill discuss the legal test for termination based on an employee's capacity to perform the inherent requirements of their position, and the key considerations for employers when making these decisions.Using a recent Fair Work Commission decision as a case study, they will examine how these

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34:38

General Protections Claim limitations for Independent...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/07/19

General protections claims aren't just an issue for employers and employees—they can also arise in contractor relationships. However, the rights and protections available to independent contractors are not always the same.In this update,Jim BabalisandTom Dalyexplore the limits of general protections claims for independent contractors, including when State laws may give rise to workplace rights under theFair Work Act, the interaction between State and Federal legislation, and the key

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29:31

You Can’t Delegate Safety to Employees - It is Always...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/07/12

What happens when employers assume safety is simply "common sense" or leave critical safety decisions in the hands of their employees?In this episode,Kim McLaganandMonnette Samoexplore one of the most important principles in workplace health and safety: an employer's duty to provide and maintain a safe workplace cannot be delegated.Using a recent court decision as the backdrop, we'll discuss why relying on workers to make their own safety decisions can expose businesses to significant legal and

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35:07

WFH: What Does it Mean for Victorian Employers

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/07/05

This week,Jim BabalisandTom Dalywill be presenting on what Work from Home means for Victorian employers.The Victorian Government has introduced proposed legislation that could significantly change workplace rights for employees working from home.If passed, theEqual Opportunity Amendment (Work from Home) Bill 2026will introduce a new statutory right for eligible Victorian employees to work from home, creating new obligations for employers and a new dispute resolution framework through VEOHRC and

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29:04

The Key role of Supervision in Safety Making sure...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/06/28

This week,Kim McLaganandMonnette Samowill be presenting onThe Key Role of Supervision in Safety.A recent NSW Industrial Court case serves as a timely reminder of the importance of effective supervision in the workplace. Following a serious incident involving a worker who suffered life-changing burns, the Court found there had been multiple safety failures, including a total failure of supervision.The case highlights that supervisors play a critical role in ensuring safe work procedures are followed,

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25:20

The new sexual harassment compensation provisions in...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/06/21

Recent Full Bench proceedings have provided one of the first significant opportunities to examine how the Fair Work Act's sexual harassment dispute framework operates in practice, particularly where alleged conduct spans periods before and after the commencement of the Respect@Work reforms.JoinAndrew DouglasandKim McLaganas we explore the key issues arising from this important decision.This session will provide valuable insights into the evolving operation of the Fair Work Act's sexual harassment

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27:07

The FWA and Australians Working Overseas How Far...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/06/14

The FWA and Australians Working Overseas: How Far Does Our Workplace Legislation Extend Beyond Australia?As businesses increasingly engage employees who live and work outside Australia, understanding the reach of Australian workplace laws has never been more important.In this podcastAndrew DouglasandJim Babalisexplore the circumstances in which overseas-based employees may still be covered by the Fair Work Act, safety, workers’ compensation and other workplace laws. We also discuss how there

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29:34

Annual Wage Review and what it Means Understanding...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/06/07

JoinAndrew DouglasandKim McLaganas they discuss the Fair Work Commission’s Annual Wage Review and what it means for employers.The session will cover the impact of the wage review decision on award-covered employees, enterprise agreement employees, and employees engaged under common law contracts, along with key considerations ahead of the 1 July 2026 changes.Don't miss this timely update on one of the most significant workplace developments of the year.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace

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25:41

What is Happening in The Bullying Jurisdiction?...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/05/28

Workplace bullying remains a key focus for employers across Victoria, with ongoing developments in workplace health and safety obligations, psychosocial hazard regulations, and employer responsibilities continuing to shape the legal landscape.As regulators and courts place greater attention on workplace conduct and psychosocial risks, organisations need to stay informed about what these changes mean in practice. In this update,Kim McLaganandMonnette Samoexamine the latest developments in

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29:00

The FWC Stop Sexual Harassment Jurisdiction Just...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/05/24

Recent decisions from the Fair Work Commission and the Federal Circuit Court have sent a powerful message to employers and individual workers alike — sexual harassment liability is expanding rapidly, and the financial consequences are becoming increasingly significant. In the second major decision delivered within two weeks, substantial compensation orders were made against individual respondents, including in matters involving non-physical sexual harassment. These decisions reinforce the

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