What is a Valid Request for Flexible Working Arrangements?

September 22, 2026 Pamela Flynn Requests for Flexible Work Arrangements: Why Employers Should Consider if it is a Valid Request A recent Fair Work Commission decision, Anna Kokavec v James Cook University [2026] FWC 3493, reminds employers to carefully consider requests for flexible working arrangements. The case highlights the importance of employers considering whether an […]

Fair Work Commission Proposes WFH Term for Clerks Award

August 27, 2026 Pamela Flynn Fair Work Commission Proposes a Working From Home Term for Clerks Award On 27 August 2026, a Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission handed down an important decision in Variation on the Commission’s own initiative – Clerks – Private Sector Award 2020 [2026] FWCFB 225, deciding to vary the […]

Support Persons at Work: Employer Obligations

August 19, 2026 Pamela Flynn Support Persons at Work: Employer Obligations When managing performance concerns, misconduct allegations or disciplinary processes, employers are often unsure about the role of a support person or how to handle requests from employees to bring a support person to a workplace meeting.   While support persons are not required in […]