Podcasts about Fair Work Commission

Hello and welcome to Episode 297 of the People Powered Business Podcast!In this episode, we explore a significant new ruling from the Fair Work Commission that could impact every Australian employer managing flexible work arrangements. The case involves a long-term Westpac employee and her right to continue working from home, and the decision has sent ripples through workplaces of all sizes.We unpack what happened, what the Fair Work Commission decided, and what the case means for business owners navigating the tricky terrain of hybrid and remote work. You'll also hear about other developments you should have on your radar.What You'll Learn The details of the Westpac flexible work case and why it matters What “reasonable business grounds” actually means under the Fair Work Act Why following process is just as important as your policy The risks of rejecting flexible work requests without proper documentation Upcoming changes and trends in remote work regulationKey Takeaway:This case is a wake-up call for every employer. Flexible work isn't just a cultural conversation, it's a compliance issue. If you're going to refuse a request, you need to back it up with detailed, evidence-based business reasons and follow the process to the letter.Links & Resources:

Acknowledgement of Country// Headlines:Mass killings in El Fasher, SudanGaza and West Bank updatesAlbanese Government makes first deportation under multi-billion dollar Nauru dealSenator Thorpe tables petition demanding justice for neo-Nazi attack on Camp SovereigntyLegal challenge brought against Environment Minister over Woodside climate impacts Proposed Changes to SCHADS AwardPhillipa Balk, Assistant Branch Secretary of the Australian Services Union, joined us in the studio to discuss the Fair Work Commission's proposed changes to the SCHADS Award, which stands to drastically cut the take-home pay of social, community, home care, and disability workers. The Commission has chosen to bizarrely copy/paste the Aged Care Award classifications and pay rates into the SCHADS Award, with significant implications for workers. Phillipa helped us break down what is happening, how this will impact the sector, what consultations need to take place and what we can do to stop this.// City of Melbourne's Anti-Homeless ProgramContent warning: strong language.We listened to speeches from a second speak-out organised by the Homeless Persons Union in front of Melbourne City Council Town Hall on Tuesday the 28th of October, held in advance of Councillors debating the adoption of a plan which includes the expansion of private security forces widely criticised for their targeting of homeless people in the city. Councillors ultimately voted 9-2 in favour to move forward with the plan, despite hearing over three hours of testimony last week of people being intimidated, harassed, and violated by security guards, as well as concerns about expanding the city's security camera network and limiting protest rights. In this segment we heard from a young person on not feeling safe at home, a First Nations person on racial disparities and ongoing impact of colonisation, and a worker from a local breakfast program.// Voter Preferences and Housing CrisisHousing researcher and urban geographer Dr Alistair Sisson spoke with us about a recently published report analysing how Australian voters' understandings of housing crisis relate to voting preferences. The report, 'Housing and the 2025 Australian Federal Election: Between Crisis and Inertia', which Alistair co-authored with colleagues at Macquarie University, details how people across age, tenure, and political lines understand the crisis: renters and younger voters see it as an affordability emergency, while older homeowners focus more on immigration and supply.// Save cohealth Emergency Town HallAn emergency town hall meeting to Save cohealth was held last week on Friday in Fitzroy, where attendees shared their serious concerns about the closure and rollback of vital health services. We heard excerpts from devastated residents, doctors, social and community workers, as well as responses from politicians. This follows our interview last week where we spoke to local councillor Sophie Wade about the impact of the end to GP services in Collingwood, Fitzroy and Kensington, and the closure of cohealth Collingwood in June 2026. cohealth services some of our most margianlised community members, and a general lack of bulk-billing services and cuts to hospitals and health services will leave almost 12,000 people to deal with the consequences. The recent decision comes after years of underfunding and cuts to cohealth. Our thanks to Monday Breakfast for editing this audio.// Ongoing Raids Target Asian Migrant Sex WorkersBee, project lead for the Asian migrant sex worker campaign Rising Red Lantern at Vixen Workers, joins us to speak about the ongoing terror of workplace raids by Border Force despite the formal conclusion of Operation Inglenook, and about Friday's solidarity gathering to honour the life of Yuko, a beloved Asian migrant sex worker who was killed in November 2024. Tomorrow's gathering will be held from 8-9AM outside Melbourne's Magistrates' Court to coincide with a committal hearing for the man charged over Yuko's death. Support the work of Rising Red Lantern by donating to their fundraiser.//

In this episode of Inside Employment, hosts Drew Pearson, Lucy Boyd, and Stephanie Blancquart unpack the evolving landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. They explore the growing regulatory momentum in Australia – particularly the upcoming Gender Undervaluation awards review at the Fair Work Commission – and what it means for employers navigating modern award obligations and pay gap reporting. The discussion also touches on the global shift away from traditional DEI initiatives, contrasting it with Australia's intensifying focus on systemic reform. With key decisions expected to roll out from November into the new year, this episode offers insights for employers preparing for change.

Green Left Radio on 3CR Melbourne, October 3. Interview with Angela Carr, ASU delegate, who has worked in the community sector for more than 20 years joins the program to discuss the proposed cuts for community sector workers by the Fair Work Commission and why they should be opposed. The whole show can be heard here. We acknowledge that this was produced on stolen Aboriginal land. We express solidarity with ongoing struggles for justice for First Nations people and pay our respects to Elders past and present. If you like our work, become a supporter: https://www.greenleft.org.au/support Support Green Left on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/greenleft Green Left online: https://www.greenleft.org.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenleftaction Twitter: https://twitter.com/greenleftonline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/greenleftonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greenleftonline Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenleftonline/ Podbean: https://greenleftonline.podbean.com/ Telegram: https://t.me/greenleftonline Podcast also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Antennapod, Itunes and PodcastAddict.

Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics.Presenters: Jacob Andrewartha, Stephanie Mierisch.NewsreportsPresenters discuss the international and political response to the Global Sumud Flotilla which is attempting to break Israel's imposed siege on Gaza and condemning Israel's inception of it.Interviews and DiscussionAngela Carr, ASU delegate, who has worked in the community sector for more than 20 years joins the program to discuss the proposed cuts for community sector workers by the Fair Work Commission and why they should be opposed. You can listen to the individual interview here.Massimo, President of FILEF (Federation of Italian Migrant Workers and their families) discusses the inspiring action by Italy's trade union movement in support of the Global Sumud Flotilla. You can listen to the individual interview here.Mai Saif, Palestinian activist and Free Palestine Melbourne organiser discusses Trump's neo-colonial peace deal for Gaza and why it ultimately presents no pathway for ending the genocide and guaranteening Palestinian self-determination. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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In today's episode, we amplify union voices from around the globe as the humanitarian crisis in Palestine escalates, affecting workers worldwide. We feature key speeches from the recent Trade Union Congress in the UK, including an impactful address by Shaher Saed, general secretary of the Palestinian General Federation of Trade Unions (PGFTU), and a stirring speech by Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education Union (NEU). Additionally, we present a translated statement from Italy's Unione Sindacale Di Base (USB), highlighting a historic display of solidarity among unions, students, and grassroots organizations.Before diving into these speeches, we cover important union news, including the World Health Organization's new report on climate change and workplace heat stress, alarming trends in worker surveillance technology, and a recent decision by the Fair Work Commission regarding industrial action at Solvay Interox. Join us as we explore the intersection of labor rights and global crises, emphasizing that peace is indeed union business.

Episode 29: Gender-based undervaluation and its impact on modern award rates of pay Join industrial relations partners Nick Ogilvie and Rohan Doyle on our latest episode of Inside IR where they unpack the latest developments in the Fair Work Commission's assessment of gender undervaluation of wages, and explore the impact this is having on minimum award rates of pay. Over the last few years, the Commission has embarked on a comprehensive process to ensure that minimum rates of pay in modern awards reflect employees' work value and ensure equal remuneration for equivalent work performed by men and women. These cases are already delivering substantial increases in modern award rates of pay and arise in the context of the Commission's new obligation to consider gender-based undervaluation when varying award rates following the introduction of the Secure Jobs, Better Pay reforms. On this episode, Nick and Rohan explore the current cases before the Fair Work Commission and some of the key early decisions, and discuss which industries and occupations are likely to be considered next. Update: Since filming, the Fair Work Commission has also issued a Statement https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/sites/am2025-19/2025fwcfb156.pdf confirming that the Commission will now determine whether minimum award rates of pay should be increased for professional degree-qualified employees covered by a provisional list of 22 modern awards. The list of awards is contained at Attachment A of the Statement. Interested parties have the opportunity to comment on the provisional list by 22 August 2025. Please get in touch with a member of our team if you would like to understand this process in further detail or are considering making a submission.

Season 08 Episode 05: Is it a crime? The syrupy sweetness of criminal recovery, comebacks, and swearing in the workplaceWARNING: This episode discusses human rights breaches - we advise listener discretion.Does a criminal record mean a life sentence of unemployment? This episode dives into how past convictions keep people locked out of work. Alan reflects, “Inclusive hiring isn't charity. It's good business sense. We should not define skills and character by a past conviction.” Alan recounts a case of a government employee hampered by a past criminal investigation. Listen in to learn about the results of this worker's subsequent appeal to the Human Rights Commission. Trajce offers, “When we shut people out because of old mistakes, we create cycles of disadvantage that hurt everyone—individuals, families, and communities.”Alan also shares a story about the punitive treatment of a manager whose swearing at a barista prompted a workplace review. “Someone needed their caffeine,” remarks Sara. The workplace investigated reproachable behaviours occurring outside of the principal place of work. The retelling of this story triggers bloopers and bleepers in this episode! For more on swearing at work, check out AIHS story on recent rulings by the Fair Work Commission on swearing in the workplace.Listen to this episode as the podcasters untangle the legal, social, and human sides of criminal records and employment. Find out how some employers are leading with fairness in and out of the workplace, and why workplaces that give second chances often discover untapped loyalty and talent.To learn more about Psychosocial Risk Management and Integrated Solutions for Employers (PRAiSE), check out ViVID Design Labs - Designs: https://www.vividdesignlabs.com.au/vivid-designs/

In this episode, the first of two parts, the team work through the principles of Restraint of Trade and how they relate to employment contracts, with a special emphasis on enforcability, and debunking some of the common myths around these clauses within the community. This is an introductory episode in preparation for next week, when the team will discuss the ALP's proposed changes in this area of law. in 'the Good, the Bad and the Ugly' we look at recent events in the Fair Work Commission and employment community.

BHP's been told! The Fair Work Commission has ruled its labour hire rort is over and it needs to cough up the $30,000 per person it's been dudding ‘Operations Services' workers at its Peak Downs, Saraji and Goonyella Riverside mines. That's over 2,300 mine workers. We find out what happens next.

At our next Friday Workplace Briefing Andrew and Thomas will be discussing how harshness can override a valid reason, covering the story of a reinstated University professor. A fascinating story about the failure to act promptly on misconduct, and how the Fair Work Commission deals with delays in disciplinary action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello and welcome to Episode 280 of the People Powered Business Podcast.In this episode we're unpacking a recent Fair Work Commission decision that has seen a worker based in the Philippines being deemed to be an employee of an Australian based business, and what that means for those engaging offshore workers.In the case, the worker, based in the Philippines, was working for a Brisbane based business. Her tasks were to work as a Paralegal. She worked from her home, and was required to work Australian hours – 8:30am to 5pm QLD time.Her engagement was terminated by the business (because she allegedly copied company data onto a personal computer drive – an allegation she denies).Upon termination she felt wronged and unprotected. She felt unprotected by Philippines workplace law because of how her engagement was set up, but also wasn't sure she was covered by Australian workplace law, but because she felt like she was acting just like an employee – she would make an unfair dismissal claim with the Fair Work Commission.The company of course argued that she wasn't in Australia, and therefor was a contractor, not an employee, and as a result not eligible to make the claim.However, the worker pointed out that the Fair Work Act does not in fact state that you need to be physically in Australia for this to make such a claim.The outcome? The first thing that needed to be determined, was whether she was an employee and therefore eligible to make the unfair dismissal claim.The Fair Work Commission ruled that she was an employee of the Australian company, and that she was not conducting her own business and therefore not a contractor.They ruled that as an employee, she was entitled to all of her workplace rights under the Fair Work Act, including the national minimum wage, which was at the time of the termination $6.87 per hour higher than what she was getting paid.The result This has paved the way for her to make a claim for back payment of wages, and to pursue the unfair dismissal claim, amongst other things.You can read the full article here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-03/filipino-woman-changed-game-for-australias-offshore-workers/104750996We unpacked what this case might mean for you if you engage offshore workers in your business.If you'd like to connect with other businesses who are also juggling the challenges of teams, I'd love you to join us inside our free Facebook Group, The People Powered Community, so I can learn more about what's working for you and any challenges you might be having.Join Here.https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrsupportaustralia

The team this week work through some 'frequently asked questions' that clients have about probationary periods in employment contracts: what they are, why have them, and how they relate to the various statutory protections around dismissal. In the Good, the Bad, the Ugly, they examine recent decisions of the Fair Work Commission relevant to employment law.

What are you allowed to say – or think – at work these days? In the wake of the Federal Court’s finding in favour of Antoinette Lattouf, a Melbourne council is found to have broken the law by sacking a street sweeper who scoffed at an acknowledgment of country. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we dive into the transformative changes to independent contracting in Australia under Section 15AA of the Fair Work Act, effective from 26 August 2024. The new law introduces a statutory definition of employment, shifting the focus from written contracts to the real substance and practical reality of working relationships. This marks a return to the multi-factorial assessment approach, considering factors like control, risk, and work expectations.We explore the implications for businesses and contractors, including the opt-out provision for high-income earners (above $175,000), who can choose to rely on contract terms instead. The episode also covers new protections against unfair contract terms, allowing contractors to challenge exploitative clauses through the Fair Work Commission.We finish with 'The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly', our regular current affairs segment, where we showcase three recent cases from the Fair Work Commission.

An important part of the Fair Work Commission's regulatory approach is to listen to and learn from stakeholders in our registered organisations community. In this episode, we invited Tom Lynch, the Federal President of the Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU), to share his perspective on what good governance looks like in his organisation.

Hello and welcome to Episode 275 of the People Powered Business Podcast.This week we have a brief but important technical update for you after the Fair Work Commission announced its decision around the National Minimum Wage increase effective 1 July.This year we have a 3.5% wage increase being applied to the National Minimum Wage and all Modern Award Minimum Wages effective 1 July 2025.But really, in the scheme of the changes happening in the Industrial Relations legal landscape over the last 2 years, this isn't the biggest change we need to ensure we're across.We have yet another increase to Superannuation on the 1st July 2025, and of course the final implementation phase of the Right to Disconnect laws in August 2025.This is on top of the last 12 months significant changes to the casual employment definition, the new pathway for casual conversion and the constantly murky area of employees v's contractors conundrum – all of which employers are still struggling to grapple with.The reality is, as an employer it is our responsibility to proactively keep up with these changes, so if you're not across them, now is the time to get support and ensure your business is not at risk.If you'd like to connect with other businesses who are also juggling the challenges of teams, I'd love you to join us inside our free Facebook Group, The People Powered Community, so I can learn more about what's working for you and any challenges you might be having.Join Here. https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrsupportaustraliaMentioned in this episode:Fair Work and Modern Awards Compliance Essentials WebinarIt's that time of year again. Award rates are going up. The Fair Work Act is changing (again). And if you're not across the updates, your business could be at risk - without you even realising it. That's why I'm hosting a live webinar this June: Fair Work and Modern Awards Compliance Essentials. We'll cover what's changing, what it means for you, the simple steps to stay on the right side of Fair Work and the common mistakes that can land you in hot water - and how to avoid them. It will be practical and jargon free. Get your place by clicking here: https://www.peoplepoweredbusiness.com.au/fairwork

It's time for the Weekly Wrap, and this week Jo and Jade talk all about-The minimum wage increase-When will student loan relief happen and why isn't it right now!-Everybody should watch The Pitt-Massive make-up mega moguls, Mecca -The To-Do List LinksMillions of workers to get 3.5 per cent pay rise after Fair Work Commission annual ruling HECS debts and student loans are set to be slashed. Here is everything you need to know about the 20 per cent reduction Mecca Brands revenues up 25pc to $1.2b but profits stay flat Our next webinar - Get SUPER SmartCheck out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.auSee you next week, Jo and Jade- Co-HostJoel - Producer 

Martedì 3 giugno, la Fair Work Commission ha annunciato un aumento del 3.5 per cento del salario minimo nazionale. Il professore di Finanza Massimiliano Tani spiega quali potrebbero essere le ripercussioni sull'economia.

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Australia correspondent Karen Middleton joins Kathryn for an update on the Erin Patterson case - the woman accused of killing three of her in-laws by death cap mushrooms - after she took the witness stand yesterday. PM Anthony Albanese is rebuffing a call from the US to up defence spending, millions of Australians are about to get a pay rise of 3.5% after the Fair Work Commission decided the national minimum wage needed to rise and the social media craze 'Run it Straight' has made it to Australia.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julie Lee from FTSE Russell about the impact of the Fair Work Commission's 3.5% rise to the minimum wage along with the rest of the day's sharemarket news, plus Rhayna Bosch finds out why petrol prices have risen despite a fall in the global oil price with Vivek Dhar from the Commonwealth Bank.

ንሎሚ 3 ሰነ 2025 ዝተዳለወ ሓጸርቲ ዜናታት ኤስ ቢ ኤስ ትግርኛ ኣርእስተ ዜና፡ ** ኣባል ሰልፊ ግሪንስ ሰኔተር ዶሪንዳ ኮክስ ነቲ ሰልፊ ገዲፋ ናብ ሰልፊ ለበር ብምቕያራ ሰልፊ ግሪንስ ሓዘኑ ይገልጽ። ** ሰበ-ስልጣን ፈደራል ኣቕሑ ዝጸዓና ናይ ጽዕነት ማካይን ናብ ትግራይ ፡ ከይኣትዋ ከልከሉወን ድሕሪ ምጽናሕ፡ ጕዕዞአን ከም ዝቐጸላ ተፈሊጡ። ** ኣብ ኣውስትራሊያ ዝተሓተ ደሞዝ ሰራሕተኛታት ናይ 3.5 ሚኢታዊ ወሰኽ መሃያ ክግበረሎም Fair Work Commission ኣሚሙ።

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Today's headlines include: The National Minimum Wage will increase by 3.5% from 1 July, following a decision from the Fair Work Commission, Australia’s national work watchdog. The Queensland Coroner will investigate the death of a 32-year-old woman who was charged with the murder of her three-year-old daughter. A fresh search for Madeleine McCann’s body is beginning this week, nearly two decades after the three-year-old girl went missing during a family holiday in Portugal. And today’s good news: Four female gorillas will be reintroduced into the wild in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, boosting a small and critically endangered population. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ஆஸ்திரேலியாவில் minimum wage-ஆகக்குறைந்த சம்பளம் பெறும் பணியாளர்கள் 3.5 வீத ஊதிய உயர்வு பெறவுள்ளதாக Fair Work Commission அறிவித்துள்ளது. இதுகுறித்த செய்தியைத் தருகிறார் றேனுகா துரைசிங்கம்.

The minimum wages will rise to $24.94 after the Fair Work Commission approved an increase of 3.5% to take effect on the 1st of July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fair Work Commission boosts the minimum wage by 3.5%; Labor’s superannuation changes continues to face opposition; the ATO monitors tax movements on super accounts; uncertainty drives RBA decision-making; worker demands change; ‘stayvestors’ becomes a new category’; and Evan Lucas joins us for the Market Wrap Host: Deborah Knight Executive Producer: Tom Storey Associate Producer: Janette Lakiss Technical Producer: Liam Achurch Publisher: Nine RadioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fair Work Commission lifts the minimum wage by 3.5 per cent, one of the largest above-inflation increases on record. Plus, poor GDP figures force economists to lower their expectations for economic growth and AUSTRAC targets crypto ATMs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions of Australian's will receive a pay rise from July, with the Fair Work Commission lifting the minimum wage by 3.5 percent. Concerning new research has revealed more than a third of Aussie men admit to being violent towards a partner in their lifetime. AND Taylor Swift has celebrated a major career milestone with bestie Selena Gomez!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kia ora,Welcome to Wednesday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand.I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz.And today we lead with news the global economic expansion is losing pace, led by the US.But first up today, the overnight full dairy auction pulled back, and expected, but perhaps not be as much as the derivatives markets suggested. In the end prices were down -1.6% in USD terms and -3.0% in NZD terms on a rising Kiwi dollar. It was a mixed picture across the commodities offered.In the US, the weekly Redbook retail monitor pulled back last week to be 'only' +4.9% higher than the same week a year ago. That is a sharpish dip from the prior week's +6.1% and mid-April's +7.4%. Much of this may be attributable to tariff-tax increases, with sales volumes easing faster now.Meanwhile, April job openings were little-changed but they did come in slightly higher than expected at 7.4 mln. We get the May non-farm payrolls report this Saturday (NZT) and that is expected to show a modest +130,000 rise.Meanwhile April factory orders came in weak, down a sharp -3.7% following the boosted March gain of +3.4%. Between the two months, a slight easing that was setting in since November. From April 2024 these order levels are up +0.6% and that is before accounting for inflation.The US Logistics Managers Index rose, but because inventory costs, warehousing utilisation, and transportation prices all rose at a faster rate, probably not the indicators that help their economy.But the latest RCM/TIPP optimism survey did rise for 'positive' reasons, but only back to levels it was in November after retreating rather sharply from a February high. The tariff-tax staggers may be easing among investors and the surveyors say this indicates US "consumers are closer to optimism".In Canada, Canadians have so heavily altered their travel plans to the US that the duty-free stores at the border seem to be on their knees in what is being called a 'collapse'.In South Korea, the candidate of the more liberal Democratic Party seems to be the winner of Tuesday's snap presidential election. It is a clear break, with voters turning away from the conservative party, who's previous President triggered their constitutional crisis. It's a win for the rule of law. The other main candidate has conceded.In China, they have delivered something of a surprise. The May Caixin China factory PMI unexpectedly dropped to 48.3, down from April's expanding 50.4 and missing market forecasts of a faster expansion (50.6). This was the first contraction in the sector in eight months and the steepest since September 2022. Output shrank alongside a renewed drop in new orders, with foreign sales declining at a faster pace. The official factory PMI came in at 49.5, a small improvement (lesser decline).Eurozone consumer price inflation eased to 1.9% in May, down from 2.2% in April and below market expectations of 2.0%. With inflation under control, that gives the ECB some room to trim interest rates further at their Friday (NZT) review.Globally, the OECD has lowered its economic expansion forecasts as the Trump tariff-taxes bite, and the US an economy they see suffering as much as others from the impact.That is spurring free trade talks among other nations, especially between Australia and the EU.In Australia, their Fair Work Commission's Expert Panel announced the National Minimum Wage and award wages will increase by +3.5% from 1 July 2025, following the 2024-25 Annual Wage Review. That means their National Minimum Wage will increase by +AU$0.85 to AU$24.95 per hour. (NZ$26.90/hr) The New Zealand adult minimum wage is currently $23.50/hr.The UST 10yr yield is now at 4.46%, and unchanged from yesterday.The price of gold will start today at US$3,353/oz, and down -US$22 from yesterday.Oil prices are up +50 USc in the US at just over US$63.50/bbl and the international Brent price is up +US$1 at US$66/bbl.The Kiwi dollar is now at 60.1 USc, a -10 bps dip from yesterday at this time. Against the Aussie we are down -10 bps at just on 92.8 AUc. Against the euro we are unchanged at 52.7 euro cents. That all means our TWI-5 starts today at just on 68.1 and down -10 bps from yesterday.The bitcoin price starts today at US$105,965 and up +1.6% from yesterday. Volatility over the past 24 hours has been modest at just on +/-1.2%.You can get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz.Kia ora. I'm David Chaston. And we will do this again tomorrow.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julie Lee from FTSE Russell about the impact of the Fair Work Commission's 3.5% rise to the minimum wage along with the rest of the day's sharemarket news, plus Rhayna Bosch finds out why petrol prices have risen despite a fall in the global oil price with Vivek Dhar from the Commonwealth Bank.

Pressure mounts for prime minister Albanese to meet with US President Trump after new steel tariffs announced; The New South Wales government and rail union strike a deal in the Fair Work Commission; And in sport, Alexei Popyrin reaches the final 16 in the French Open for the first time.

The election of Pope Leo XIV is having an immediate and concrete effect in Australia – but in a way you might not have imagined. In the Fair Work Commission, the country's Catholic bishops are pushing for a major pay increase for the lowest paid workers. And they're using a famous statement from one of Pope Leo's predecessors – Leo XIII – way back in 1891. Professor Tom Barnes is an economist with the Australian Catholic University. He helped write and present the submission.Everyone deserves a proper and decent burial. Even those who have lived a life of crime or scandal can surely expect some dignity in death. But what if the deceased is a war criminal -- specifically a Nazi? In Germany, an organisation established after World War I to help locate and re-bury the remains of some of the millions who died has found itself in an ethical dilemma. Nicholas Casey is a staff writer for The New York Times magazine. He explored this question in a recent cover story. GUESTS:Nicholas Casey, writer and journalist - author of Unburying the Remains of the Third ReichTom Barnes, Economist with the Australian Catholic University and contributor to the Catholic Church's Wage Submission

The election of Pope Leo XIV is having an immediate and concrete effect in Australia – but in a way you might not have imagined. In the Fair Work Commission, the country's Catholic bishops are pushing for a major pay increase for the lowest paid workers. And they're using a famous statement from one of Pope Leo's predecessors – Leo XIII – way back in 1891. Professor Tom Barnes is an economist with the Australian Catholic University. He helped write and present the submission.

Hello and welcome to Episode 272 of the People Powered Business Podcast!Today we are getting a little technical and unpacking a recent announcement and decision from the Fair Work Commission in relation to the Gender Undervaluation Review.In this episode we will look at what's changing – for sure, what is on the table to change, when will we know more and what's coming next?What we know is changing, for sure is the minimum pay rates for Pharmacists, including Pharmacy Interns, covered under the Pharmacy Award. They are getting a 14.1% pay rise, in 3 phases, starting 30 June 2025!Also on the table are a number of provisional recommendations relating to the Health Professionals and Support Services Award, the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award, the Children's Services Award and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health workers and Practitioners and Aboriginal Controlled Health Services Award.These provisional recommendations include changes to classification structures, simplifying of awards and significant minimum wage increases.So, when will we know for sure about these provisional changes? The Fair Work Commission is currently planning to list conferences with interested parties – so we will know more in the coming months.An InvitationWould you like to connect with other like-minded business owners, leaders and managers experiencing similar situations with their team? Join the discussion inside our free Facebook Group – The People Powered Business Community. Click here to join us.https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrsupportaustraliaMentioned in this episode:Fair Work and Modern Awards Compliance Essentials WebinarIt's that time of year again. Award rates are going up. The Fair Work Act is changing (again). And if you're not across the updates, your business could be at risk - without you even realising it. That's why I'm hosting a live webinar this June: Fair Work and Modern Awards Compliance Essentials. We'll cover what's changing, what it means for you, the simple steps to stay on the right side of Fair Work and the common mistakes that can land you in hot water - and how to avoid them. It will be practical and jargon free. Get your place by clicking here: https://www.peoplepoweredbusiness.com.au/fairwork

Last week, the Fair Work Commission ruled against a Melbourne lawyer who was fired after chucking a sickie to attend the AFL Gather Round in Adelaide last year. The case has sparked a national conversation about sick leave, when it's appropriate to use it, and what rights employers have when they suspect an employee is lying about needing to take a day off. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara SeidlerProducer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor has asked the Fair Work Commission to deliver an economically sustainable wage rise for 3 million Australians. It comes as the opposition vows to cut red tape for businesses.

Management Training, Trust, and the Evolving Role of Leaders In this episode, Michael sits down with David Dilger, founder of Edge Legal, to explore managers' challenges and why so many struggle in leadership roles. David shares his career journey and what led him to help organizations build positive, trust-based workplaces. Michael highlights a common workplace issue—managers being promoted for their technical skills rather than leadership abilities—leaving them unprepared for the realities of team management. They discuss why avoiding difficult conversations is more common than outright bad leadership and how addressing challenges early can make all the difference. The conversation also dives into: ✅ The role of trust in leadership and how it impacts team performance ✅ Psychological safety—why employees need to feel secure to thrive ✅ The shift from traditional management to mentorship and coaching-driven leadership If you want to build stronger, more engaged teams, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss! Building Strong Teams: Communication, Boundaries, and Leadership Michael and David continue their conversation by tackling one of the biggest keys to effective leadership: communication. David shares his expertise on how managers can understand individual strengths, respect personal boundaries, and create a supportive, high-performing team. They also discuss:

From stacking shelves to tapping away at the till, shops in Australia are run by workers whose future pay and conditions hang in the balance. Australia’s workplace tribunal, the Fair Work Commission, is hearing a case that could see the minimum gap between shifts cut from 12 to 10 hours. The proposal would also scrap rest breaks for higher-paid retail managers, a measure supported by some of Australia’s biggest companies – including Woolworths, Coles, Kmart, and MECCA. It comes as more than 300 ex-Lovisa staff launch a class action against the jewellery company over allegations they were underpaid, and regularly and illegally deprived of rest breaks. TDA’s deep dive will dig into some of the big legal battles set to redefine Australia’s retail scene. Hosts: Harry Sekulich and Emma GillespieProducer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

เบนจามิน เนทันยาฮู สั่งเลื่อนการประชุมข้อตกลงหยุดยิง 'อิสราเอล-ฮามาส' รัฐบาลเดินหน้าจัดการกับปัญหาการก่อการร้ายในซิดนีย์ นิว เซาท์ เวลส์ เตรียมรับมือกับพายุรุนแรงและน้ำท่วมในอีก 48 ชั่วโมงข้างหน้า Fair Work Commission ได้สั่งระงับการประท้วงของพนักงานรถไฟซิดนีย์

NEWS WEAKLY – 07th Dec, 2024News Weakly, hosted by multi-award-winning comedian, writer, and broadcaster Sami Shah, is Australia's sharpest news satire podcast. This week, Sami unpacks corporate greed, political chaos, and Middle Eastern conflicts with his signature wit and insight.Top Stories of the Week:1. Woolies Workers Strike BackSami takes on Woolworths' union clashes, CEO salaries, and the Fair Work Commission's controversial decisions. Is this a win for corporate greed or a wake-up call for worker rights?2. When a Coup Isn't a CoupSouth Korea's martial law fiasco and France's government collapse reveal the political chaos gripping global powers.3. Things Get Scary in SyriaThe Syrian civil war reignites with new twists, leaving us all wondering: does anyone care about the Kurds?Quote of the Week:"It's sweet how worried Woolworths' CEO is about customers not being able to overpay for basic essentials."Enjoying News Weakly? Keep the podcast ad-free and independent by supporting Sami Shah on Patreon at patreon.com/samishah.About News Weakly and Sami Shah:News Weakly is Australia's leading news satire podcast, delivering biting commentary on politics, culture, and global affairs. Hosted by Sami Shah, the show combines comedy, fact-checked journalism, and sharp social insight, making it the go-to podcast for fans of news satire and comedy.Sami Shah is a multi-award-winning comedian, writer, journalist, and broadcaster.For more: http://thesamishah.comTheme music "Historic Anticipation" by Paul Mottram.This podcast is written, hosted, and produced by Sami Shah.Why Listen to News Weakly?Australia's funniest news satire podcast.Fact-checked commentary on the week's top stories.A fresh, comedic take on politics and current affairs.Listen, laugh, and stay informed with News Weakly! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's headlines include:Victoria's arson squad is investigating what it says was a “deliberate” and “targeted” attack on a Melbourne synagogue.Woolworths has filed an application with the Fair Work Commission over ongoing employee strikes at several of its distribution centres.South Korea's Parliament will vote tomorrow night on whether to impeach the President after he declared martial lawResearchers have developed a new way to desalinate water more efficently. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara SeidlerProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow' on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus' YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We're always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you've got feedback, we're all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angry crowds throw mud at Spain's king in Valencia; an employer group brings a case on sleepover shifts to the Fair Work Commission, and, in sport, the Sydney Marathon becomes the seventh race in the world major series.

In this episode of Inside IR, Steve Bell and Natalie Gaspar explore the new "right to disconnect" in Australia, which allows employees to refuse to monitor or respond to work-related communications outside of their ordinary hours, unless it is unreasonable to do so. Steve and Nat explore the implications of these new laws, including the role of the Fair Work Commission, how the laws intersect with broader obligations to manage psychosocial risk, the increasing awareness among workers of their rights to reasonable working hours, and the role of employers in managing these expectations. Recorded 23 August 2024

In this not-to-be-missed episode of Inside IR, Partner Nick Ogilvie and Senior Associate Victoria Fijalski join Rohan Doyle to explore the learnings that can be taken from employers' early experiences with the new intractable bargaining regime. Join Nick, Vic and Rohan as they: • recap on what the intractable bargaining regime is, and provide a refresher on the preconditions that need to be met for the Fair Work Commission to make an intractable bargaining declaration; • review the case law within the intractable bargaining jurisdiction to date, and identify the 5 key traps for employers – mistakes that, if made, are going to lead to poor bargaining outcomes – and tips for how to avoid them; and • answer the burning question – is there any upside in the intractable bargaining regime for employers?

For Australian workers, the Fair Work Commission decided to increase award wages and the minimum wage by 3.75 per cent on July 1st. Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke says it is a win for workers. - フェアワーク・コミッションの決定により、オーストラリアの労働者に対し、7月1日からアワード賃金と最低賃金が3.75％引き上げられます。

The Fair Work Commission's decision today will lift minimum wages and awards by 3.75 per cent from July the 1st onwards. - フェアワークコミションが3日月曜日、7月から全国の最低賃金を3.75％引き上げることを決定しました。