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Reduction in Casual Hours Found to be Unfair Dismissal
For regular casual employees, reducing hours may carry more risk than many employers realise.
June 18, 2026
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For regular casual employees, reducing hours may carry more risk than many employers realise.
This case highlights why clear procedures and effective controls matter long before something goes wrong.
From 1 December 2026, Australia will move from Workplace Exposure Standards (WES) to Workplace Exposure Limits (WEL) for airborne contaminants.
Performance management can be uncomfortable, but that doesn’t make it unlawful. A recent Fair Work ruling shows where the line is drawn.