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A Kiss, Emojis and ‘Love you’: Fair Work Confirms this is Sexual Harassment
A Woolworths manager has lost his bid to reclaim his job after the Fair Work Commission found he had sexually harassed a colleague 34 years
Breaking the Silence: Victoria’s Landmark Restrictions on NDAs in Workplace Sexual Harassment Cases
For a long period of time, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) have played a key role in dispute resolution processes across Australian workplaces. However, particularly in sexual
Christmas Party Harassment: 11 Warning Signs Employees Should Know
‘Tis the season of workplace Christmas parties. These events are usually presented as relaxed and informal. Occasions in which staff are encouraged to fraternise and
‘So F*cking Hot’: Sexual Harassment Case Reveals Shocking Office Behaviour
A Perth worker who was dismissed for sexually harassing three female colleagues has been served a huge blow by the Fair Work Commission. The worker
Airline Worker Wins $36K After Flawed Sexual Harassment Probe
A Perth airline worker who was forced to resign due to a botched sexual harassment investigation has won a $36,000 unfair dismissal payout. The Fair
NSW IRC introduces new progressive changes
New changes to the IRC NSW Changes have been made to the new NSW Industrial Relations Commission (NSW IRC). Additionally, there are changes across the
Mad Mex worker wins $305K sexual harassment payout
‘What does your vulva look like?’: $305K sexual harassment payout A young migrant woman has been awarded $305,000 for the sexual harassment she experienced from
Single mother awarded big compensation
Single mother awarded compensation in the hospitality industry A recent case within the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission has made waves across the hospitality industry. The
Do victims regret complaining?
Do victims regret making a complaint The decision to lodge a complaint of sexual harassment is a scary, but often necessary, first step. Unfortunately, too
Does pretty privilege mean more money for you?
How far does pretty privilege go? Pretty privilege is the idea that people who are more conventionally attractive will receive better treatment from others due
Sex pest lawyers and judges punished for sexual harassment
Courtroom creeps: Sex pest lawyers punished for harassment It is uncommon to see lawyers and judges punished for actions so clearly wrong. Incidents of sexual
‘You could start an OnlyFans’: Lecturer dismissed for sexual harassment
Sexual harassment infiltrates schools in Australia A University of Tasmania lecturer dismissed for sexual harassment has had his reinstatement bid binned by the Fair Work
Recognising Risk Factors and Developing a Speak-Up Culture
Recognising the “risk” in risk factors Risk factors can be anything that may increase the likelihood of sexual harassment occurring. By identifying a risk factor,
KFC worker told to breastfeed in work toilet wins $90K
Breastfeed at work: KFC worker wins $90K for discrimination Australia’s largest KFC franchisor has been ordered to pay a Canberra worker $90,000 for failing to
Top barrister banned for sexual harassment: 3 crazy stories
Barrister who inspired TV lawyer banned for sexual harassment A NSW barrister who inspired the flirtatious main character of TV show Rake has been found
Trump Election: how to protect your rights in Australia
How can you protect your rights in this 2024 election The results of the 2024 election have been a cause of concern for many. The
Worker forced into sex with boss wins $25,000
Worker was forced into sex with boss or get dismissed A dismissed bookkeeper and worker forced into sex with her boss has won $25,000 in
What’s the difference between a hug or a cuddle?
Where is the line? Where the metaphorical “line” is with sexual harassment is often debated. Where a hug in the workplace may be considered normal
Employer wont believe employee sexual harassment complaint
Employer wont believe employees sexual harassment complaint? According to the Australian Human Rights Commission, less than a third (32%) of people who experience sexual harassment
Why Should I Be Silenced?
Were you silent or silenced? A standard inclusion to all Australian sexual harassment claims is the agreement that the claim and any settlements agreements will
Discrimination Against Women
Female employees continue to fight for equal rights Across Australia it is a crime to discriminate against a person due to their sex. Women have
Victimisation and Sexual Harassment
What is victimisation in the workplace and how it affects you To be a victim of sexual harassment is incredibly difficult and for some people
5 Sexual Harassment Mistakes
Mistakes and misconceptions It is important to discuss the mistakes and misconceptions of sexual harassment in order to break down harmful stereotypes. People who do
Harassment by being slapped on the bottom
Sexual harassment by being slapped is disgraceful behaviour. Victim of sexual harassment does not immediately complain In the case of Taylor v August and Pemberton
What is Respect at Work?
Healthy and non-toxic work practices Respect at work is imperative to create healthy and non-toxic working conditions. The government agency, Respect@Work, industry professionals of sexual
Are All Derogatory Comments Sexual Harassment?
Derogatory comments are always wrong Derogatory comments are typically said to be disrespectful and insult the recipient. They are not automatically assumed to be sexual
Sexual Harassment vs Sexual Assault. What’s the difference?
This article is written by Gary Pinchen of A Whole New Approach Pty Ltd. Gary Pinchen is not a lawyer nor is AWNA a law
Lodging your sexual harassment claim late
Lodging your sexual harassment claim late Sexual harassment claim time limits help ensure that a claim is made within a reasonable amount of time after
After hours behaviour: sexual harassment
After hours behaviour: sexual harassment Many people believe that once they clock out of work they are done for the day, and they can do
Workplace sexual predators: A few uncomfortable truths
Workplace sexual predators: A few uncomfortable truths Workplace sexual predators have increasingly been brought to justice in the age of the MeToo movement. However, workplace