22 March 2019
Through to the keeper: Do you know your sporting organisation’s privacy obligations?
Despite being 30 years old, organisations can still be confused about their obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act). Whether the Privacy Act even applies can be a minefield for sporting organisations such as sporting clubs, gyms, and governing bodies. Unfortunately, ignorance of the law excuses no one, and fines for a breach of the …
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Employers Obligations and Job Applicants
Metro North Hospital and Health Service has been ordered to pay former Queensland Assistant Health Minister Dr Christopher Davis, $1.45 million for a contravention of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). In August 2014, Dr Davis applied for the position of Senior Medical Officer at the Hospital. Another applicant was advised that he was unsuccessful for …
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Reinstatement Orders After Dismissal
The Fair Work Commission has ordered the reinstatement of a teacher terminated by her employer, after the teacher gave a child with allergies a chocolate. A student at the Hills Christian Community School was known to suffer from a number of allergies. The teacher provided the student with a chocolate treat. The school maintained that …
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Tips for Buying Off-the-Plan Property
Problems with property development have been a hot topic the last six months, and an issue we do not expect will go away anytime soon. Unfortunately, often enough we are asked to assist clients who have purchased off the plan or who represent body corporates in dealing with defects. Here are some practical tips for …
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