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A welcome increase in the number of diversity and inclusion and domestic abuse programs has been accompanied by significant privacy concerns, with many organisations 'over-collecting' sensitive data and retrofitting privacy measures, a lawyer says.

A prominent leader can do far more reputational damage to their employer than a regular employee, but holding them to account requires a careful weighing of factors.

An employee who refused to receive a flu vaccination and raised objections about breathing his own "expired breath" when wearing a mask has lost his unfair dismissal claim.

An employee made a "conscious decision" to perform his safety-critical role despite taking drugs a few days earlier, the Fair Work Commission has ruled in upholding his dismissal.

Leadership capability gaps, flawed people policies and systems, and a lack of accountability from senior leaders have contributed to Rio Tinto's culture of bullying, harassment and racism, a "disturbing" report shows.

It's understandable if the latest sexual harassment reforms have "slipped under the radar" for many employers, but those that don't act fast might get caught off guard, an employment lawyer warns.

An employee who pushed back against a vaccination direction and argued that requiring evidence of jabs breached her right to privacy has lost her unfair dismissal claim.

With unions calling for employers to manage workers' health and safety using rapid antigen tests and improved masks, an employment lawyer outlines some important issues to consider upfront.

An employer did not breach a modern award when it told employees they would have to receive a COVID-19 vaccination to keep their jobs, the Fair Work Commission has ruled. Meanwhile an employer's approved mandate provides a "clear blueprint" for other organisations introducing vaccination policies.

A work and travel policy takes flexibility to the next level, but there are some risks to consider, says a PwC leader.