Author: Phil Parisis

Product Innovation and Strategy Manager @ Cowell Clarke

Non-Compete Clauses: What the 2027 Ban Could Mean for Your Business

Australia is set to ban non-compete clauses for most employees by 2027.
If your contracts still rely on them, you could be exposed.

Here’s what’s changing, why non-competes were never the best defence, and how HR leaders can protect business interests with stronger, enforceable agreements.

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HR is not for wimps – The Most Thankless Job in Business

If every HR professional in the world vanished tomorrow, the silence wouldn’t last long. Within days, businesses would grind to a halt. Employee onboarding would stall, payroll compliance would trip […]

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A man verbally telling his staff to do whatever it takes

When Oral Instructions Go Wrong: Tabcorp CEO Exit Highlights the Risks of Constructive Dismissal

Understand worker types, HR compliance, Fair Work rules and employment contracts in Australia with this must-read guide for employers.

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Australian Workplace News – September 2025

September has been a significant month for Australian workplaces, with developments affecting legislation, employee expectations, technology, and safety. HR managers and business owners should take note of these changes to […]

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HR Command Onboarding

Welcome to HR Command. This page brings together everything you need to get started with confidence. Our short onboarding videos will walk you through the essentials — from setting up […]

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redundancy Toolkit

Doing Redundancy Right

Humanity Checkpoint – Redundancy isn’t just a process, it’s a moment that deeply impacts people’s lives. Before you begin, pause and remember: compassion and dignity matter just as much as compliance.

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The Annual Wage Review Decision 2025

The Annual Wage Review Decision 2025

The 2024–25 Annual Wage Review increases minimum wages by 3.5% and flags changes to professional award classifications. Learn what employers need to know.

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Different workers are have different types of employment contracts.

A Complete Guide to Worker Classifications in Australia

Understand worker types, HR compliance, Fair Work rules and employment contracts in Australia with this must-read guide for employers.

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High Court Clarifies Employee or Contractor Distinction

High Court Clarifies Employee or Contractor Distinction

The High Court refines the employee or contractor distinction, highlighting sham contracting risks. Learn how to protect your business with clear, legally sound contracts.

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Founded over three decades ago, the multi-award-winning Cowell Clarke Commerical Lawyers set out to revolutionise the traditional, reactive approach of commercial law firms. The firm prides itself on delivering exceptional personal service with a proactive and global outlook.

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"We’ve been using HR Command for a last 4 months, and it’s really transformed our HR operations. After a bit of a hiccup with Fair Work last year, we knew we needed to get organised to protect my business better. The platform has made managing our people and staying on top of compliance so much easier. The library of HR documents and audit tools has been a lifesaver, and having expert advice on hand whenever we need it is a massive bonus. It's definitely streamlining our processes and saving us time. We’re stoked with how much it’s improved our approach to HR management!"

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of NODA Pty Ltd

"We don’t have an HR team, so keeping up with workplace laws and managing paperwork used to be a headache. HR Command has made it so much easier. The document library keeps everything in one place, and the audit tools help us stay compliant without the stress. It’s taken a big load off our plate, making it easier to manage our team and focus on the business. Having expert advice available when we need it has been a huge help. It’s streamlined everything and saved us so much time.”

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Eichler Earthmovers

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