Proposed changes to Victoria’s Security of Payment Act set to revolutionise the State’s construction industry
It’s been a long wait, but proposed changes to the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002 (Vic) (SOPA) will finally align Victoria with other legislation around the country. Anticipated for early 2025, the changes will create a more predictable and fair payment system for the state’s construction sector, and potentially set the stage for improving […]
New sexual harassment laws raise the bar for Queensland employers: Are you ready?
New reforms will require employers with employees in Queensland to implement proactive measures to prevent workplace discrimination and harassment. The reforms, which impose the strictest requirements of any Australian jurisdiction, require businesses to take proactive steps in eliminating and preventing discrimination, harassment and other objectionable conduct in the workplace as far as possible. In particular, […]
