Exempting high-income employees from modern awards

Opposition Leader Tony Abbott’s plan to delay the increase in the superannuation levy has been attacked by unions but defended by a major employer group as a boost for small business. Login or Subscribe to read full Article.

Notification of a valid reason for dismissal must be given to an employee before the decision to terminate is made, so that the employee has an opportunity to respond to any allegations made. Two recent FWC decisions have confirmed this requirement. Login or Subscribe to read full Article.

Unfair dismissal legislation has been something of a political football for about 20 years now, with both sides inclined to exaggerate its impact and importance. Latest statistics from the FWC suggest that the impact of the legislation on employers may actually be declining, despite more employees being eligible to make claims. Login or Subscribe to read full Article.

Can an employer and an employee agree to a salary sacrifice arrangement when the modern award is silent on this point? Login or Subscribe to read full Article.