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At Employee Matters, we spend a lot of time supporting businesses through difficult conversations. In many cases, those conversations start the same way: “We didn’t think we’d ever need a formal policy for this.” Misconduct rarely arrives with a warning. It can start small, escalate quickly and leave managers unsure how to respond. A clear […]

We are living in a new era of recruitment. With over 90% of Australian bosses now using Artificial Intelligence to advertise and hire, the landscape for job seekers has fundamentally changed. But while algorithms might be the gatekeepers, it is still humans who hold the keys. I recently joined the team on Sunrise to discuss […]

Most business owners don’t start a company because they’re passionate about employment contracts, performance plans, or award interpretations. Yet, before long, HR becomes a regular part of the working week. A question from a manager turns into a compliance check. A performance issue becomes a time-consuming process. A simple decision suddenly feels high risk. This […]

The Australian workforce is undergoing a seismic shift. As Baby Boomers retire and Millennials move into senior leadership, a new force has risen: Generation Z. Born between 1997 and 2012, this cohort currently makes up approximately 15% of the Australian workforce, a figure set to grow rapidly by 2030. If your recruitment strategy still relies […]

When an employee leaves your business, it’s easy to focus on the logistics such as notice periods, handovers, and recruitment to fill the role. But every resignation is also an opportunity; exit interviews can give you invaluable insights into your culture, leadership, and employee experience, helping you build a better workplace for the rest of […]

Managing long or frequent employee absences can be complex. Once an employee has used all of their paid Personal/Carer’s Leave, your obligations shift – and so does your risk. Here’s what employers need to know when an employee’s sick leave runs out. What Happens When Paid Sick Leave Runs Out? Under the National Employment Standards […]

The end-of-year work Christmas party is an Australian tradition, a time to celebrate a year of hard work, build team morale and thank your employees for their efforts. But for employers, this festive function, even if it is off-site or outside normal hours, is still considered an extension of the workplace. This means your legal […]

The Sydney hospitality scene is buzzing, but behind the craft cocktails and boutique whiskeys, there’s serious business – especially when it comes to compliance. Our client isn’t just a stellar operator of prime Sydney venues; they are also a respected boutique distiller. They cater to everyone from thirsty CBD workers grabbing an after work drink […]

Getting HR right is one of the smartest investments you can make in your business. It protects you from risk, strengthens your culture and helps you get the very best from your people. But with so many providers offering HR advisory services, it can be hard to know who to trust and what to look […]

The Human Element in Australian Workplaces In the business world, the incessant buzz around Artificial Intelligence (AI) is louder than ever. We’ve seen how AI can streamline repetitive, tedious tasks from instantly screening resumes to automating interview scheduling. This promises huge time savings and efficiency gains for employers. But is AI the magic bullet that […]