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State in crisis: Victorians demand action on retail crime

Victorians are calling for action on retail crime with new research revealing 79% are concerned about the state’s rising crime...

Victorians are calling for action on retail crime with new research revealing 79% are concerned about the state’s rising crime levels.  With retail crime at crisis levels, the research supports calls by retailers and unions for the urgent introduction of Workplace Protection Orders, tougher laws and a dedicated retail crime police...

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South Australia’s landmark workplace protection laws a game-changer for retail worker safety

Retailers have applauded plans to introduce a new bill into South Australian Parliament to establish Workplace Protection Orders (WPOs),...

Retailers have applauded plans to introduce a new bill into South Australian Parliament to establish Workplace Protection Orders (WPOs), giving police and courts stronger powers to keep repeat offenders out of retail stores. Australian Retailers Association (ARA) CEO Chris Rodwell said the SA Government is setting the standard in leading...

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Managing the Silly Season

The festive season is fast approaching, bringing increased risks, compliance pressures, and staffing challenges for retailers. Before the rush...

The festive season is fast approaching, bringing increased risks, compliance pressures, and staffing challenges for retailers. Before the rush hits, make sure your business and your team are ready. Join Amy Lynes, Acting Principal Workplace Relations Consultant, and Remy Atkinson, Lawyer, from NRA Legal, for a one-hour session designed to...

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Nov

Franchisors presumed liable for franchisee underpayments: Key lessons from a recent Federal Court decision

A recent Federal Court decision has reshaped the wage compliance landscape for franchisors. In Bakers Delight Holdings Ltd v Fair Work...

A recent Federal Court decision has reshaped the wage compliance landscape for franchisors. In Bakers Delight Holdings Ltd v Fair Work Ombudsman FCAFC 144, the Federal Court confirmed that franchisors can be held responsible for their franchisees’ wage underpayments where employment records are missing or inadequate. This judgment highlights the growing...

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