From 1 March 2025 Queensland employers must implement a written prevention plan to manage the risk of sexual harassment and gender-based harassment at work. Failing to do so could result in a maximum penalty of $9,678.
Queensland’s builder licensing system is like no other in Australia. It extends to a broad range of construction industry participants and projects, and it is heavily regulated.
In an industry as competitive and highly regulated as construction, companies often focus heavily on winning contracts, managing projects, and meeting client expectations.
While it is often far from front of mind, the pandora’s box that is the proportionate liability regime is a factor worth paying some attention to during construction contract negotiations.
Christmas is a happy time for most, home with family or out with friends. But while you’re sipping eggnog, there’s every chance that some kind of ticking time bomb is waiting for you back on site or at the office.
Last week the Queensland Government amended the WHS and Electrical Safety Act to require WHS entry permit holders to provide at least 24 hours’ notice (and at most 14 days’ notice) of entry to investigate suspected safety contraventions.
Significant changes to casual employment laws in Australia took effect on 26 August 2024. These changes will have a direct impact on how casual employees are classified and managed, and require employers to issue the Fair Work Casual Employment Information Statement at regular intervals.
The GC21 Contract is a comprehensive and detailed document used by the NSW Government to govern construction projects in New South Wales, Australia. This article summarises the key points of how the GC21 Contract operates for NSW contractors.
