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Full Bench hands down historic equal pay decisionA majority of the Full Bench of Fair Work Australia (Full Bench) has awarded a pay increase to workers in the social, community and disability services (SACS) industry on the basis of the equal pay provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Fair Work Act). © 2012 CCH Australia Ltd
Enforcement key to the success of the new harmonised laws
Wendy Thompson is a barrister at Denham Chambers with a large OHS practice. Wendy has over 21 years' experience conducting and defending prosecutions. She spoke to CCH about the various administrative enforcement options under the model Work Health and Safety Bill (WHS Bill) and their significance to the success of the new laws. © 2012 CCH Australia Ltd
The Law Council of Australia
What's OnAnti-Money Laundering - Important Update
The Law Council continues to liaise closely with the Attorney-Generals Department in relation to Stage Two of anti-money laundering legislation, which will directly affect lawyers.
Family Law Section's Sydney Intensive
The Family Law Sections 9th Annual Sydney Family Law Intensive will be held on Saturday, 14 February at the Sofitel Wentworth Hotel.
Geoff Sinclair Takes the Reins of FLS
Experienced family lawyer Geoff Sinclair is the new Chair of the Law Councils Family Law Section.
Law Council Welcomes Guantanamo Move
The Law Council has welcomed newly-inaugurated US President Barack Obamas moves to close detention facilities at Guantanamo Bay.