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The Positive Duty Explained: How Australian Employers Prevent Sexual Harassment at Work

The biggest shift in Australian sexual harassment law is not a new penalty or complaint form. It is a change in who must act, and when. Under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), employers now carry a positive duty — a proactive, ongoing obligation to take reasonable and proportionate measures to eliminate sexual harassment, sex discrimination, sex-based harassment, hostile work environments and victimisation, so far as possible.

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HR is PR: WiseTech and Richard White – Leadership Lessons for Every Business

Uncategorized / Claire Harrison

In the world of business, HR is PR—a company’s internal culture and leadership directly shape its public image. When leadership falters, as seen in recent events at WiseTech Global, the resulting public relations fallout can be catastrophic, leading to significant financial, reputational, and cultural costs. In recent weeks, WiseTech Global, the renowned logistics software company,

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New Sexual Harassment Regulations: What Businesses Need to Know

Uncategorized / Claire Harrison

From 1 September 2024, new regulations have come into effect aimed at preventing sexual harassment and gender-based harassment in the workplace. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant and protect your employees. 1. Proactive Steps to Eliminate Harassment (Effective Now) Starting from 1 September 2024, businesses (referred to as PCBUs, which means “Persons

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Bridging the Gender Gap: Urgent Actions for Australian Business Leaders

Uncategorized / Claire Harrison

Bridging the Gender Gap: Diversity and Equality – In light of the latest findings from the 2024 Status of Women Report Card, it’s evident that sex discrimination remains a pervasive issue in Australia, affecting various aspects of women’s lives from economic equality to workplace dynamics. Harrisons, as an HR consultancy committed to promoting equality and

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