Reflections on the diverse and inclusive workplace

The former Sex Discrimination Commissioner Ms Elizabeth Broderick recently commented on diversity and inclusion in the workplace at a conference held by the Australian Human Resources Institute. Here are some of the things she emphasised: If employees are to embrace change to make the workplace more diverse and inclusive then their employers need to lead the way. She urged the creation of safe spaces where employees could share...

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But do I HAVE to (make redundancy payments)?

Sing it with me, Bob Dylan: the times they are a changin’. For one reason or another, your business is undergoing significant operational changes and you need to make some of your workforce redundant. So, who do you make redundant, how do you do it properly and, most importantly, what do you have to pay them? Who you make redundant will depend on the reasons for the redundancy, as well as the size of your business and the nature...

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Overworked and Underpaid: The reality behind George Calombaris’ Greek tragedy

  In a brilliant piece of spin worthy of an election campaign, George Calombaris openly admitted to underpaying past and present employees over $2.9 million – and has maintained his positive public image.   From the papers to The Project, the popular Masterchef appeared everywhere, apologised for profiting from his workers and continued to accept bookings at his numerous Greek restaurants across Melbourne.   You would...

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