by focushr-team | Sep 4, 2025 | Alerts
From 26 August 2025, eligible casuals employed by a small business can issue a notice to their employer (in writing) to change to full-time or part-time employment under the employee choice pathway. (These changes have applied to non-small business employers since 26...
by focushr-team | Sep 4, 2025 | Alerts
The right to disconnect will apply to employees of small business employers from 26 August 2025. (It has applied to non-small business employers since 26 August 2024). Key Changes: The right to disconnect gives employees the right to refuse to monitor, read or...
by focushr-team | Aug 1, 2025 | Alerts
Article Updated: 21st August 2025 Federal Court Clarifies SCHADS Sleepover Provisions A recent decision by the Federal Court of Australia has significantly clarified how sleepover shifts are treated under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services...
by focushr-team | Jul 7, 2025 | Alerts
In 2025, the conversation around workplace health and safety in Queensland has evolved, and it’s long overdue. While traditional physical risks have long been managed through safety protocols and PPE, a new frontier has emerged as a top priority: psychosocial hazards....
by focushr-team | Sep 18, 2024 | Alerts, News
Ireland – home of Saint Patrick’s Day, creator of Guinness, a land of great Craic and the birthplace of Game of Thrones. But did you know, Ireland was also as early adopter of Right to Disconnect laws? There are actually more than 20 countries, mainly in Europe...