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A new national inquiry into workplace sexual harassment is "long overdue" and will shine a spotlight on HR's prevention efforts. Also in this article, what's known so far about the PageUp data breach risks; research on job insecurity; another state gets labour hire licensing; and more.

This week's roll-out of Europe's new data laws should prompt Australian HR professionals to consider how they're storing and using personal information, according to compliance and technology experts.

The Australian Industry Group is calling for five "modest and sensible" changes to the Fair Work Act to boost productivity and competitiveness, in response to the ACTU's recent proposals for increasing workers' pay.

The Fair Work Ombudsman has successfully prosecuted a manager for accessorial liability relating to sham contracting, underpayments, and other breaches. Also in this article, a reminder on headcount ahead of payroll changes; new inquiries into jobs growth and workplace safety; and more.

An internal candidate rejected for a role has failed in his Fair Work appeal. Meanwhile, the Commission has proposed important changes to modern awards, and a WA review recommends greater alignment with the FW Act.

The Fair Work Commission has cast some doubt on which employees can be considered "award-free", employment lawyers warn. Also in this article, a record number of workplaces have received gender-equality recognition; skills shortages are the top threat to company growth; the national data breach scheme begins today; and more.

Building a labour market in which high-quality, secure jobs are the norm requires a "thorough revitalisation" of the whole workplace relations framework, an Australian economist says.

In this HR Daily webinar, two employment lawyers will outline emerging risks and the 2018 'state of play' in a range of hot topics likely to include accessorial liability for HR professionals, s-xual harassment claims, and more. Premium members should click through to request a complimentary pass, while free subscribers can upgrade their membership level here for access or register as a casual attendee.