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The Friday Workplace Briefing

The Friday Workplace Briefing is a weekly podcast to update the Australian business community on the most significant developments, issues, and cases across workplace law, with practical suggestions to protect your business and people.

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34:58

Rise in Penalty Award for Serious Injuries in Safety

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/03/29

There has been a rise in penalty awards for serious workplace safety injuries, bringing increased attention to how organisations manage risk, compliance, and accountability. For many businesses, this shift carries significant financial and reputational implications, making it more important than ever to stay informed and prepared.In this episode,Kim McLaganandJim Babalisshare their perspectives on what’s driving these higher penalties and how regulators and courts are responding. They also

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25:50

Double Jeopardy in Safety and Criminal Law: Charged,...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/03/22

In this discussion,Andrew DouglasandMonnette Samoexamine the complex legal issue of double jeopardy in the context of workplace safety and criminal law. While the principle of double jeopardy is intended to prevent a person from being tried or punished twice for the same offence, serious workplace incidents can raise difficult questions when both safety legislation and criminal law apply to the same conduct.Andrew and Monnette discuss how these situations arise, how courts approach the issue when

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25:09

Labor’s Work from Home What is it, will it Catch on...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/03/15

Work-from-home is back in the spotlight, with the Labor government signalling stronger support for flexible work arrangements.Join us this week asAndrew DouglasandKim McLagandiscuss what this actually means for employers.Recent workplace law discussions give employees greater ability to request flexible work, including working from home, and require employers to genuinely consider those requests. While remote work became common during the pandemic, these changes could further entrench hybrid work as

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36:08

Who are We at Work? Respect or Liked and the Risks of...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/03/09

Join us this week as Andrew DouglasandKim McLaganlead an engaging discussion on the topic“Who Are We at Work?”In this session, they’ll explore the balance between being respected and being liked in the workplace, and examine the potential risks that can come with personal disclosure in professional environments.Andrew and Kim will help unpack how the way we present ourselves at work can influence relationships, perceptions, and professional boundaries.We hope you can join us for

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29:03

FWC Full Bench Makes its Stance Clear That Racism has...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/02/26

Andrew DouglasandTom Dalyexplore one of the most pressing and complex challenges facing Australian workplaces today: overseas workers, racism, and safety.As public debate continues to be shaped by anti-immigration rhetoric, it is critical for organisations to focus on the facts. Australia’s economy depends on both skilled and unskilled migrant labour. Beyond filling workforce gaps, overseas workers contribute to innovation, productivity, and cultural strength within our organisations.Creating

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23:13

Courts and Tribunals are Getting Tough on Sexual...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/02/19

This week, our presentersKim McLaganandMonnette Samolook forward to sharing key insights and developments from the past week, including an important and timely discussion on workplace sexual harassment.Courts and Tribunals are continuing to take an increasingly firm approach to sexual harassment claims. Recent decisions demonstrate a clear expectation that employers must take proactive, meaningful steps to prevent harassment before it occurs — not simply respond after a complaint is made

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20:46

The Landscape of Psychological Injury Claims Within...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/02/12

We’re pleased to welcomeAndrew Douglasback for his first Friday Workplace Briefing of the year, joined this week byMonnette Samo.The landscape of psychological injury claims within Australia’s workers’ compensation schemes is undergoing significant change. WithNSW’s new Psychological Claims amendment now passedthrough Parliament — and other jurisdictions actively seeking to reduce the number of successful psychological claims — employers, insurers, and advisors

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30:22

Medical Absence and Termination: Prolonged Absence...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2026/02/08

We’re delighted to bring theFriday Workplace Briefingback to your inboxes for 2026.This week’s session featuresJim Babalis, presenting for the very first time, alongsideKim McLagan, as they unpack a critical workplace issue:medical absence and termination.The briefing will explore whenprolonged absence may allow for termination, particularly in circumstances where an employee has failed to provide adequate medical evidence. Our presenters will discuss key considerations for employers,

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29:31

Christmas Parties and Employee Safety All I Want for...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/12/14

As we head into the festive season, workplace celebrations are gearing up — but so too are the risks that employers need to keep front of mind. This week, we dive into Christmas parties and employee safety, and Andrew and Kim explore a topic that unfortunately remains all too relevant: “All I want for Christmas is respect – the never-ending saga of sexual harassment at Christmas parties.” This is the final episode of Friday Workplace Briefing (FWB) for 2025, and we’re

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20:32

Getting Your Drug and Alcohol Policy Right – Then...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/12/04

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing,AndrewandKimbreak down a critical issue for employers:how to get your drug and alcohol policy right—andfollow it consistently. Too often, organisations act impulsively and require testing without clear process or explanation. This episode highlights the common pitfalls and offers practical guidance to help you stay compliant and protect your workplace. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments,

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26:50

Privacy and out of Work Behaviour – When can You...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/11/30

in the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Nina discuss one of the most timely and challenging issues facing employers today: privacy and out-of-work behaviour — and when it crosses the line into disciplinable conduct. They explore the new case of Margetts v State of Queensland (Queensland Health) (No 2), which clarifies the limits of the landmark case of Rose v Telstra involving out of hours conduct. Interestingly, this case goes against the trend and establishes that

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20:14

Complaining About Work Online Is Not a Workplace...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/11/23

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing,AndrewandTomexplore a timely and important topic:why complaining about work online isnota workplace right under general protections.They explore how employees who air grievances online may unintentionally breach their employment obligations — and the real disciplinary risks that can follow. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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35:37

What Happens When You are Assaulted and WFH-yes, it...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/11/13

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Nina discuss What Happens When You are Assaulted and WFH-yes, it is Compensable.Any Physical or Psychological Hazard Experienced Whilst Working from Home that Causes Harm is Both a Safety Issue and a Compensable Injury. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit thislink.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:28

The Duty of Good Faith and Fidelity When Applying for...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/11/06

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing,AndrewandTomdiscussthe duty of good faith and fidelity when applying for jobs with a client. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:15

Flexible Work, Hybrid Arrangements and Westpac – New...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/10/30

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing,AndrewandNinadiscussFlexible Work, Hybrid Arrangements and WestpacNew Flexibility at Work the Latest Case Will Embolden Primary Carers to Push for Workplace Flexibility To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:09

Restructuring Out Employee on Parental Leave –...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/10/24

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Monnette discuss the morally and legally fraught process of Restructuring Out Employees on Parental Leave. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:07

Major Risks Require Specialised Advice – The Need for...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/10/19

In the latest episode of Friday Workplace Briefing, Andrew and Kim dive into the critical topic: Major Risks Require Specialised Advice - The Need for Competency in Major Safety Risks. When it comes to serious incidents, lack of knowledge is no defence. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:47

SafeWork Meddling in Restructures – New Industrial...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/10/12

In this episode,AndrewandNinadiscuss SafeWork Meddling in Restructures – New Industrial Risks for EmployersHow safety regulators and the Unions are targeting large scale restructuring with improvement notices and industrialising safety To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:47

Psychological health regulations and Code now in...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/10/05

In this episode, Andrew and Tom dive into the newly introduced psychological health regulations and Code now in effect in Victoria. They explore both the highs and lows of these changes — unpacking what they mean in practice and how they could impact you and your organisation. To view the full episode and catch up with the week’s latest news and developments, please visit this link.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:16

How Many People Can Be Liable in Complex Contractor...

The Friday Workplace Briefing ·

2025/09/25

We’re excited to welcome back Monnette for her second Friday Workplace Briefing episode.In this episode,AndrewandMonnettediscuss how many people can be liable in complex contractor relationships?How safety and the common law pursue legal reasonability from all participants.Here is this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video (link).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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