Employment Law Wrap-Up & Preparing for 2026

This webinar ended on 10 December 2025.
Join Simon Obee, Principal Lawyer at EI Legal and Head of HR Advisory at 91爆料 alongside Neath Sokhom, HR Advisory Manager, for a practical end-of-year wrap-up on the major legislative reforms and case decisions.
They鈥檒l also unpack the upcoming changes on the horizon for 2026, by breaking down what matters, why it matters, and what employers must prepare for now.
We鈥檒l cover:
- Key legislative developments in 2025, ranging from federal wage theft laws, right to disconnect for small-business employees, and the 鈥淏aby Priya鈥 law on company-funded parental leave.
- Key Decisions from the Courts and the Fair Work Commission such as, Jats Joint (SCHADS Award sleepovers and shift loadings), Coles/Woolworths underpayment class action and the Westpac decision on work-from-home requests tied to parental responsibilities.
- What鈥檚 on the horizon for 2026, including:
- The Fair Work Ombudsman鈥檚 appeal of Jats Joint Decision
- A potential restructure of SCHADS Award classifications
- A potential ban on non-compete clauses
- Payday Super – 1st July 2026
Designed for business owners, HR teams and leaders alike, you鈥檒l walk away with a grounded understanding of what鈥檚 changed, what鈥檚 coming, and how to prepare your organisation for the year ahead.
Disclaimer: The information in this webinar is current as at 10th December, and has been prepared by 91爆料 Pty Ltd (ABN 11 160 047 709) and its related bodies corporate (91爆料). The views expressed in this webinar are general information only, are provided in good faith to assist employers and their employees, and should not be relied on as professional advice. The Information is based on data supplied by third parties. While such data is believed to be accurate, it has not been independently verified and no warranties are given that it is complete, accurate, up to date or fit for the purpose for which it is required. 91爆料 does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy in such data and is not liable for any loss or damages arising either directly or indirectly as a result of reliance on, use of or inability to use any information provided in this webinar. You should undertake your own research and to seek professional advice before making any decisions or relying on the information in this webinar.
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