The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024 introduces a high-level right to disconnect for all national system employees into Part 2-9 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act). Employees will now have a right to not respond to contact from their employer outside of their working hours, unless doing so...

This paper examines the right to protest in New South Wales and the central role of the Summary Offences Act 1988, which encourages co-operation between protesters and police. That Act can also result in courts issuing ‘authorisation’ and ‘prohibition’ orders. The effects of those orders ar​e discussed.

This research note provides an update on the debates around pill testing since 2019. It provides an overview of the arguments for and against pill testing, stakeholder views and a brief description of pill testing programs in selected jurisdictions.

This guide provides practical advice on how entities can prepare for and respond to the evolving regulatory landscape in Australia and globally.

The NSW Government seeks to introduce three new offences into the Crimes Act to protect retail workers. This document evaluates the government's case for legislative reform.