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Tuesday, 02 April 2013 7:12am

A law firm with offices in multiple states is using video conferencing technology to make centralised learning and development sessions a far more engaging, collaborative experience.

Monday, 25 March 2013 7:00am

Managing long-term absent employees requires a cautious and proactive approach, or employers risk facing claims involving the whole gamut of employment law.

Watch this webcast to understand how to:

• manage prolonged absences from work;
• identify the 'inherent requirements' of a position;
• consider 'reasonable adjustments';
• ensure compliance with the proposed amendments to Commonwealth anti-discrimination laws;
• determine what material to provide in an independent medical assessment;
• return employees to work on suitable duties; and
• evaluate relevant legal risks before a termination of employment.

Friday, 22 March 2013 2:49pm

In this 20-minute Q&A, Herbert Smith Freehills senior associate Helen Donovan answers your questions about managing ill and injured employees.

Tuesday, 19 March 2013 4:19pm

In this 22-minute Q&A session, WISE Workplace principal Harriet Stacey answers your questions about best-practice workplace investigative interviews.

Monday, 18 March 2013 7:14am

Two organisations are using simple but creative approaches to tackle mental ill health at work, says resilience speaker and executive coach Graeme Cowan.

Monday, 11 March 2013 6:02pm

In response to an ageing population and predictions of further skills shortages, one of Australia's largest employers is taking concrete steps to encourage workers to think about their retirement earlier, and stay with the company for longer.

Thursday, 07 March 2013 3:53pm

Contractors make up part of nearly every employer's workforce, but understanding your responsibilities in this area and maintaining first-rate safety standards can be tough.

This webcast covers:

• How to ensure contractor compliance;
• Your OHS obligations to different kinds of contractors;
• Harmonisation - consultation obligations and other changes;
• Current general requirements;
• Warranties and indemnities; and more.

Monday, 04 March 2013 7:02am

When advertising company Adshel wanted to overhaul its brand, the exercise doubled as a successful engagement initiative.

Monday, 25 February 2013 7:10am

Does your organisation have an action plan to address the changing superannuation system? Here, four experts outline how HR professionals should be preparing.

Friday, 15 February 2013 12:32pm

A struggling company that developed an aggressive change strategy after going into administration has gone on to become an employer of choice.