HR/IR News

In the automotive industry, informal practices often develop because businesses move fast and managers deal with issues on the run.

The Fair Work Commission has just confirmed what many of us have felt on the ground: dismissal disputes are exploding, and general protections matters are leading the charge.

You might have a rock-solid reason to discipline or dismiss an employee, but if you get the process wrong, it can still end up costing your business thousands.

The casual conversion provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009 commenced on 27 August 2021. The latest amendment called Employee Choice Pathway commences on 26 August, 2025 for a small business.

The Right to Disconnect commenced for non-small business employers on 26 August 2024. On 26 August 2025 the same law will commence for small businesses – those that employee less than 15 employees.

We’ve had a number of calls recently from MTA members about staff returning from parental leave - especially around part-time work requests. Many business owners are unsure what their legal obligations are, or how best to manage these situations.

Recent Fair Work Commission decisions show a growing emphasis on balancing strict enforcement with procedural fairness and considering actual impairment at work.

A recent case before the Fair Work Commission (FWC) is a wake-up call for repair businesses.

The Fair Work Commision has released its Annual Wage Review, confirming increases to the National Minimum Wage and Award rates. These changes take effect from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2025. We know this creates pressure for employers to get it right, that’s why we’re here to help.

Each financial year an expert panel of the Fair Work Commission reviews and sets the minimum wages for employees for the following financial year.