Contracts
Contractor vs Employee: Getting It Right
Plenty of Australian businesses rely on contractors. It is a flexible way to bring in skills, cover busy periods or grow without taking on permanent staff. The problem is that
14 October 2026
Plenty of Australian businesses rely on contractors. It is a flexible way to bring in skills, cover busy periods or grow without taking on permanent staff. The problem is that
Someone has made a complaint about bullying or misconduct. When must you run a formal investigation, and how should it be done?
An employee has resigned. As the employer, you have more rights and obligations than you might realise, from notice to final pay.
For many employers, confidentiality clauses have long been a standard part of resolving workplace disputes. A complaint is made. The parties negotiate. A settlement deed is prepared. A confidentiality clause
For many Australian businesses, hiring offshore staff seems like an obvious next step. You can access a larger talent pool, reduce labour costs and scale your operations without immediately increasing
Victoria is set to become the first Australian state to introduce a statutory right to work from home. If passed in its current form, the legislation will give eligible employees
Most architecture studio owners in Australia set up their employment contracts once. A template was used, a lawyer may have looked at it, everyone signed, and the file was put
Australia’s latest wage increase is not just a payroll update. For many businesses, it will affect margins, rostering, pricing, employment contracts, award compliance and workforce planning. From the first full
A common question we receive is whether superannuation is payable to contractors, and in many cases, the answer is yes. Below, we explain when superannuation obligations may arise for contractors and how to assess your responsibilities under