Professionals Australia marks 50th anniversary of equal pay case
“While the important principle of equal pay for equal work was won, we still have a long way to go to ensure that equal pay is achieved in practice”
Dealing with bullying at work – Professionals Australia
When you contact us, any one of our team of lawyers and industrial offers will provide you with personalised support to resolve any bullying issues you have, whether that’s dealing with your employer or with the Fair Work Commission.
Get the coverage you need in the workplace
At some point in your career, you’ll need an employment lawyer to assist with redundancy, performance management or disciplinary issues. This service can cost thousands elsewhere, but you will receive it free of charge as a benefit of Professionals Australia membership
Understanding your contract with Professionals Australia
Your contract covers you while you work. It sounds simple, but it’s worth repeating.
Workplace Advice & Support – An overview of your pay
It’s important to understand what you should be paid and to understand the different types of pay you may be offered. Your pay depends on a range of factors i.e. the type of work, your qualifications, and your experience
Your guide to My workplace
If you need support or advice, here is what your team of lawyers and industrial officers can do for you
Your rights as a casual employee
CASUAL EMPLOYMENT In recent times, the Australian workforce has undergone a process known as casualisation. Close to 2.5 million workers in Australia are working on a casual basis. Casual employees work on a ‘shift-to-basis’, and NO certainty of ongoing work. Does your work fall under these indicators? No guaranteed hours of work Working irregular hours No paid…
Overview: Sexual Harassment Legislation
Sexual harassment at work is unlawful in all Australian jurisdictions. In this article we explain some of the differences between State, Territory and Commonwealth Law if you want to take legal action regard workplace sexual harassment
Workplace Advice & Support: My Health Record
A My Health Record (MHR) will be created for every Australian (unless opted out) effective 1st February, 2019. The My Health record is an online summary of an individual’s health information and will be maintained for 30 years after an individual’s death or 130 years after birth. The My Health Record will not replace existing…
Issues women face in the workplace
It has been a year since the hashtag #metoo spread virally in October 2017, which has been used to bring attention to the widespread prevalence of sexual assault and harassment, especially in the workplace.
