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Classification of employees under Awards

Employers in Australia must classify employees correctly under the relevant Modern Award in order to avoid underpayment claims. The SCHADS Award presents unique classification challenges. Misclassification can lead to significant penalties, making it crucial for businesses to regularly review employee classifications. Read our opinion on this complex issue.

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NSW Enacts Strict Regulations on Vaping Products

New South Wales passes legislation to regulate vaping product supply and possession, aligning with national reforms. The bill introduces prohibitions and severe penalties for unauthorised supply and possession, with exceptions for therapeutic use under specific conditions.

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Australia Implements Strict Vaping Reforms

New federal legislation introduces stringent regulations on vaping goods, including supply restrictions and advertising controls. The reforms aim to reduce vaping rates while maintaining therapeutic access under healthcare supervision.

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Improved Abortion Access in the ACT

New legislation in the Australian Capital Territory broadens the range of healthcare professionals authorised to provide abortions, including nurse practitioners and authorised midwives. It also updates conscientious objection guidelines.

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Health Legal Report October 2024

In this October 2024 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Bulk Billing and Out of Pocket Fees, Health Insurance Legislation Amendment (Assignment of Medicare Benefits) Act 2024 (Cth) and Breanna Roche v The Trustee For The Dolphin Hotel Unit Trust [2024] FWC 606.

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classawards report cover on laptop

Classification of employees under Awards

Employers in Australia must classify employees correctly under the relevant Modern Award in order to avoid underpayment claims. The SCHADS Award presents unique classification challenges. Misclassification can lead to significant penalties, making it crucial for businesses to regularly review employee classifications. Read our opinion on this complex issue.

READ MORE
nswstrictregsvaping istock 2148318456

NSW Enacts Strict Regulations on Vaping Products

New South Wales passes legislation to regulate vaping product supply and possession, aligning with national reforms. The bill introduces prohibitions and severe penalties for unauthorised supply and possession, with exceptions for therapeutic use under specific conditions.

READ MORE
tg&othlegamendnat vaping istock 901829074

Australia Implements Strict Vaping Reforms

New federal legislation introduces stringent regulations on vaping goods, including supply restrictions and advertising controls. The reforms aim to reduce vaping rates while maintaining therapeutic access under healthcare supervision.

READ MORE
improvedabortionaccessact istock 1405251863

Improved Abortion Access in the ACT

New legislation in the Australian Capital Territory broadens the range of healthcare professionals authorised to provide abortions, including nurse practitioners and authorised midwives. It also updates conscientious objection guidelines.

READ MORE
hl report cover on laptop

Health Legal Report October 2024

In this October 2024 issue of the Health Legal Report we discuss Bulk Billing and Out of Pocket Fees, Health Insurance Legislation Amendment (Assignment of Medicare Benefits) Act 2024 (Cth) and Breanna Roche v The Trustee For The Dolphin Hotel Unit Trust [2024] FWC 606.

READ MORE