As we start 2026, several important workplace relations developments are already shaping the operating environment for small businesses. Recent Federal Court decisions and new government consultations may have direct implications for employers, particularly those using labour hire arrangements or...
A new induction resource is available to help casual employees and their employers understand paid Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) leave, ensuring every worker in Australia knows their rights to safety and support. Developed by Transitioning Well in consultation with lived experience and...
COSBOA Celebrates One Year of Small Business PEAK, Launches Major Year 2 Workplace Relations Compliance Research Findings The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its workplace relations flagship program, Small Business PEAK,...
The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) is reminding businesses about the latest workplace relations (WR) changes that come into effect from today. These changes will affect the rights of casual employees, contractors, as well as their right...
Today in Hobart the Council of Small Business Organisations (COSBOA) CEO Luke Achterstraat, announced a new, government-funded information program, Small Business PEAK, designed to assist small businesses navigate the complex workplace relations (WR) changes. The program, underpinned by a...
A new, government-backed information hub promises to assist small businesses navigating the complex workplace relations landscape — while offering an artificial intelligence chatbot to handle business queries. Small Business Peak, launched last week, is a new digital project from...
Today, the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) officially launched its latest program, Small Business PEAK, a resource hub designed to improve the experience of small businesses seeking to learn about, understand and implement new workplace relations (WR)...
The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) is equipping small businesses with a new weapon against confusion: Small Business PEAK. This comprehensive resource hub aims to simplify understanding and implementation of the recently introduced workplace relations (WR) changes....