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As we move into 2026, it’s the perfect time to refresh your workplace approach and prepare for the changing landscape ahead. Australian businesses are navigating new legal requirements alongside opportunities to create safer, fairer, and more engaged workplaces. In this article, we highlight three critical focus areas for the year: the latest updates on wages and superannuation, best practices for employment records and bonus payments, and why taking proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment is now more important than ever.

This blog explores the latest legislative changes surrounding workplace harassment, with a particular focus on the impact of new non-disclosure agreement (NDA) regulations. Read on to receive practical guidance and discover how organisations can proactively prepare for compliance and support a fairer, more inclusive working environment.

This recent FWC decision highlights the importance of transparency fairness, and strategic planning in managing redundancies. Find out the legal obligations for employers, the risks of non-compliance and learn practical tips for navigating workplace restructuring with confidence.

A recent FWC decision has sent a clear message to organisations about managing requests for flexible working arrangements. Learn key implications and gain practice tips that support both compliance and employee engagement.

At Mapien, we’ve always believed in helping businesses navigate workplace challenges with confidence. We're now excited to announce the launch of Mapien Law – a specialist employment & immigration law practice dedicated to supporting employers.

Australia’s aged care sector is navigating unprecedented reform. Migration pathways, workplace planning and development, work design, and leadership capability and development are key levers to stabilise staffing and support sustainable care delivery. Learn how Mapien can support providers navigate change amid workforce pressures.

Practical advice for employers, highlighting the importance of clear policies, fair investigations, and empathy in managing personal leave. Discover why a measured, legally sound approach protects both your workplace and your employees’ wellbeing.

Family and domestic violence doesn’t always stop at the front door - it can spill into our workplaces, bringing risks not just for survivors, but for colleagues, clients, and entire communities. Discover how workplaces have a unique chance to foster safer environments and stronger communities for everyone.

AI is reshaping the way businesses operate, from streamlining workflows, enhancing decision-making, to supporting strategic initiatives. While it’s potential is enormous, without clear governance and informed users, AI can expose businesses to reputational, financial and legal risks. Learn more here.

Christmas shutdowns are a valuable opportunity for rest and reset, but they require careful planning to avoid disputes or compliance issues. Mapien’s team of workplace experts are here to ensure your business is well-prepared for the festive season and beyond.

Reporting work-related violence and aggression is a powerful step toward safer, healthier workplaces. But lasting change comes when reporting sparks a cycle of action, learning, and continuous improvement.

Managing staff absences amidst disciplinary process is complex. Discover essential guidance for employers on managing dismissals during sick leave, including legal risks, procedural fairness, and best practices to ensure fair treatment and minimise exposure to claims under the Fair Work Act.

Managing work-related violence isn’t about who can “cope better.” It is a foreseeable psychosocial hazard. Under Australia’s work health and safety laws, employers are legally obligated to eliminate or minimise the risks, just as they would with physical hazards. Workplaces must take a systemic approach to structural prevention.

In a landmark ruling Woolworths Group Limited and Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd were found to have systematically underpaid thousands of salaried employees over several years. The case, has sent shockwaves through the retail sector and through employment generally.

Swearing has long been part of human connection, but what is it's place in the workplace? Some teams thrive on it, others view it as toxic and unprofessional. Discover key considerations and our practical tips for leaders here.

Frontline workers in the retail sector are increasingly exposed to aggression, threats, and violence from customers. Violence and aggression are foreseeable workplace hazards, and employers have a legal obligation to prevent harm, not just react after the fact.

A recent QIRC decision serves as a timely reminder: when managing disciplinary processes, especially those involving allegations of misconduct, fair process matters just as much as the outcome.

Group Training Organisations (GTOs) play a critical role in Australia's apprenticeship and traineeship system, placing tens of thousands of apprentices and trainees with host employers across a range of industries. This employment model however brings complexity, particularly when it comes to determining appropriate modern award coverage.