Growers across the state have been asking for horticulture-specific HR/IR training to once again be delivered face-to-face in the regions. You asked, we listened.

It is understandable for leaders to find themselves overwhelmed with the constant flow of challenges, tough decisions and difficult conversations that arise day to day. In these circumstances, it can be easy to feel defensive, rush to conclusions, or shy away from difficult conversations.

Effective from 1 March 2025, businesses that operate in Queensland have a new duty under the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (Qld) (Regulation) with regard to sexual harassment, or sex or gender-based harassment.

With Tropical Cyclone Alfred having blown by we’ve been handling a range of queries on how to treat employee absences during times of natural disasters. So, we’ve put together a breakdown of important considerations. 

A recent High Court ruling has emphasised the importance of employment contracts but for reasons quite different to why we generally encourage clients to ensure they have clear, comprehensive contracts for compliance purposes.

We often receive enquiries through the QFVG HR/IR support line about how to handle accommodation which is offered to employees as part of their employment/remuneration package.

The C14 determination came into effect for the Horticulture Award this week on 1 April 2025, so if you are not already set up for this, now is your time to act.

In this webinar Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) and our Workplace Relations advisor, Focus HR breakdown what you need to know about the new and significant IR changes as well as the new minimum wage decision coming into effect on Friday 1 July 2024.