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The Fair Work Ombudsman is taking an employer to court for pregnancy discrimination, HR job ads increase, employers celebrate Harmony Day today, and more.

Erring on the side of providing extra context and information can help employers minimise the time and frustration associated with heightened scrutiny of employee-sponsorship applications, according to an immigration specialist.

Senior HR business partners can expect to receive the biggest salary increases this year, while change professionals are also in prime position to demand higher pay, a report shows. Meanwhile, new research has found employees feel unsupported to upskill, Diversity Council Australia has released tips for more inclusive communication, and more.

Demand for HR specialists who understand global and emerging workplace issues is heating up, according to new research. Meanwhile, the Federal Court has found a wage tool discriminated against employees to the tune of $100 million; an employee has won only nominal damages in a long-running bullying case; and more.

HR practitioners with automation and technology skills are in high demand in Sydney, while Melbourne is facing a shortage of HR business partners, according to specialist recruiters. Read this update for a snapshot of HR demand in your state.

The Fair Work Commission granted fewer than one per cent of stop-bullying applications in 2015-16, according to its annual report. Meanwhile, research shows HR professionals are far more engaged than other employees; employers are now struggling less to fill positions; and organisations are failing to properly manage travel health.

Australia should scrap its outdated long-service leave system, according to an academic. Meanwhile, one in two HR managers intend to increase salaries this quarter; a new ruling casts doubt on the anti-bullying laws' coverage; and more.

HR professionals with business partnering skills continue to dominate employer demand in most states, according to specialist HR recruiters.

Employers are back to offering higher salaries to lure new employees, new market research shows. Meanwhile, a study has found work-life balance is now the most important job factor for every generation; organisations are warned to avoid the 'merit trap'; the S-x Discrimination Minister has outlined three priorities; and more.

A major Australian employer engages workers by providing unlimited volunteer hours and a whistleblower hotline, while another seeks employee input on customer improvement initiatives. Meanwhile, fresh research on grad salaries, job automation and social media friendships has been released; plus more.