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JobWatch is pleased to announce that we have been named as an Associate Member of the Respect@Work Council. The Respect@Work Council brings together leaders from key government regulators and policy makers who are responsible for sexual harassment policies and complaints in Australian workplaces. By working together, the Respect@Work Council is taking action to promote safer workplaces

JobWatch is proud to present a new infosheet resource – Wage Theft. This new infosheet discusses wage theft in Victoria and is designed to help employees identify their rights and to take the most appropriate action under the Wage Theft Act 2020 (Vic), which came into effect 1 July 2021. We have also updated the

JobWatch is very concerned by the High Court decision of Workpac v Rossato & Ors [2021] HCA 23 (4 August 2020) released yesterday and its implications for the 2.5 million people in Australia who work casually. Having already been significantly impacted by the economic downturn of the COVID-19 pandemic and related lockdowns, long-term casual workers

Zana Bytheway, our Executive Director, will be introducing the Law Institute of Victoria’s next Lunchtime Learning session – COVID-19 Vaccinations: Managing workplace risks. Here’s a sneak preview of her introduction – and if you want to hear more from the panellists between 1pm – 2pm on Tuesday 27 July 2021, get your tickets here.

JobWatch is proud to present a new infosheet resource – Criminal Records, Spent Convictions and Employment. The Spent Convictions Act 2021 (Vic) recently passed by Parliament represents a positive development in criminal justice reform and will protect the rights of Victorian workers by ensuring they are not disadvantaged by the disclosure of old, irrelevant and

JobWatch presented the webinar ‘Family and Domestic Violence and Employment Law’ on Thursday 24 June 2021. It gives an overview of employment law topics relevant to people affected by family and domestic violence (FDV). We know that maintaining employment for people experiencing FDV is extremely important for their security, independence and self-esteem. Over the years,

As part of Law Week 2021, JobWatch presented two webinars on ‘Changes for Casuals’, where we explained what the recent Fair Work Amendment Bill 2020 means for casual workers, with a focus on the legislative changes to the definition of ‘casuals’ in the workplace, and processes for transitioning to permanent employment. You can catch up

Wednesday 12 May 2021 There are wins for workers in the 2021 Federal Budget but as always, the detail is all important. Funding needs to be significant and ongoing. This is an opportunity for real and meaningful long-term measures supporting employment. The events of the pandemic year have not only demonstrated the importance of safe

We’re seeking your support in completing a short 10-minute anonymous survey to help inform and shape JobWatch’s future strategic direction and strategic plan. In this survey, you can share your perspectives on how JobWatch can continue to grow and scale its positive impact for vulnerable workers over the next four years. In the below video,

JobWatch is proud to present two webinars for Victorian Law Week 2021 – Changes for Casuals – update on your working rights. The revised and reduced Fair Work Amendment Bill which was recently passed by Parliament will deliver changes to workers’ rights for many vulnerable workers working in casual employment, primarily low and middle income