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While sexual harassment is a profound violation of an individual’s rights and wellbeing, its impact extends far beyond the personal harm to the victim; it carries a significant and often hidden financial burden for Australian businesses, a cost that can be measured in billions of dollars and far reaching damage to a company’s reputation and […]

We’ve been helping organisations across Australia with HR and Recruitment for well over a decade now, and if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that not only are no two businesses the same, but understanding where they operate matters too. That’s why have local teams across Australia to ensure that we can deliver local knowledge […]

For startups, the focus is often on growth: securing funding, building products, and winning customers. But one area that can easily slip through the cracks is HR compliance, let alone best practice. Even small teams need clear, fair, and legally sound workplace policies. Without them, businesses risk confusion, disputes, or even costly legal issues.  That’s […]

The world collectively held its breath during the COVID-19 pandemic. As social isolation became the norm and our homes transformed into our workplaces, many of us found an even deeper connection with our beloved pets. They became our steadfast companions, furry therapists and a constant source of comfort in uncertain times. Even as we navigate […]

Once upon a time, workplace safety predominantly conjured images of hard hats and safety boots, focusing solely on physical dangers like slips, trips and falls. However, a significant shift has occurred in Australia’s work health and safety (WHS) landscape. Since amendments were introduced in 2022, it has become clear that workplace safety also includes  “psychosocial […]

Tertiary qualifications?  Check ✅ Demonstrated experience?  Check ✅ Skilled in a specific IT platform? Check ✅ But how can you screen for passion, flair and determination? The idea of recruiting for behavioral traits is rooted in Frank Parsons’s Trait and Factor Theory, developed in the early 20th century. Parsons, considered the founder of vocational guidance, […]

In today’s fast-paced business world, finding the right talent in an ever tight market isn’t just a challenge – it’s a race. Employers are constantly seeking an edge and increasingly, that edge is coming in the form of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI promises to revolutionise how we recruit, offering significant time savings and efficiencies. But […]

Written by David Brown General Manager David has over 30 years of experience in Human Resources and operational management. David blends his deep HR expertise and business experience to help our clients achieve profitability and clarity through their people strategy, while also creating the internal structures that ensure Employee Matters’ own sustainable growth. For Australian […]

Are you confident that your business is fully compliant with Australian Employee Relations legislation? Navigating Australia’s ever-changing ER legislation landscape is a time-consuming, brain-busting challenge for most businesses, but non-compliance is not an option and can lead to hefty penalties, reputational damage and operational disruptions. With a raft of regulations and changes under the Fair […]

Have you ever wrestled with the decision of calling in sick, feeling a pang of guilt or concern about what your absence might mean for your job or team? If so, you’re not alone. This common feeling is deeply tied to what experts call the ‘sick tax’. The sick tax refers to that unspoken pressure […]