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It was unfair of an employee not to tell his employer about a mental disability that could affect his work performance, the Federal Circuit Court has ruled in adverse action proceedings.

A talent matrix is an often-overlooked but crucial tool that will help employers lower turnover and achieve greater productivity this year, according to an HR advisor.

Accountability is one of the basic elements that keep high-performing teams on track, but it hasn't been a big priority recently and some cracks in teams are starting to show as a result, according to a leadership and performance specialist.

An employer should have considered disciplinary action other than dismissal when a long-serving worker breached its dr-g and alcohol policy, the Fair Work Commission has ruled in ordering his reinstatement.

An employer accused of vicarious liability for an employee's sexual harassment has failed to have her claim struck out on the basis that it was prejudiced by the historical nature of her allegations.

Employers that want to get the most out of their people don't just need to offer them purpose, belonging, and inclusion in the workplace, they need to show they're doing "more" beyond it, a people and culture director says.

An employee's "vigorous pursuit" of and perceived entitlement to flexible work arrangements were misplaced, a commission has ruled in finding an employer acted reasonably in rejecting her "unfettered demands".

Many wellbeing initiatives failed to hit their mark last year, and a wellness expert suggests a mindset shift is needed before organisations can move forward again.

An employee has failed to prove he was unfairly sacked for abusive conduct, despite the Fair Work Commission finding the HR team's investigation and workplace training processes were "obviously inadequate".

Beyond the usual diversity factors, workplaces should also consider employees' "connection types" and ensure a mix for the best outcomes, a leadership and culture specialist says.