Probation periods are a common feature of many employment contracts. In the next instalment in our popular HR Fundamentals webinar series, our experts will provide practical guidance on setting up and managing probation, and on minimising risk when deciding whether to confirm, extend or end employment – with an emphasis on common situations employers may find themselves in.

This practical and interactive briefing will unpack the key changes under the reforms, consider their implications and potential concerns for employers, and explore how organisations can build defensible workplace decisions and stronger evidentiary records from the outset.

Australian Industry Group hosts the Electrical Equipment and Materials Standards Forum (EEMSF) twice a year, bringing together industry, regulators, and standards bodies to discuss the latest developments in electrical standards and product regulation. This event is tailored for compliance professionals from organisations who manufacturer, import and supply electrical products.

Australian Industry Group will be conducting a 2.5-hour interactive briefing focusing on workplace compliance arising from regulatory developments and enforcement trends. This session will examine key compliance challenges that may affect your business and provide practical guidance.

As 2026 draws to a close, what have been the defining developments in skills, education and workforce policy, and what should industry, the education and training system and policymakers be preparing for in 2027? With so much to reflect on and plenty in store for the new year, this conversation with the Centre’s leaders will explore all the key topics.