Employment Law Wrap-Up: Key Changes from 2026 & Preparing for 2027

2026 has brought significant changes to Australia’s employment law landscape, with legislative reforms, modern award updates and important decisions shaping employer obligations. As we look ahead to 2027, understanding what’s changed and what’s coming next is essential to staying compliant and preparing your business for the year ahead.

Join Simon Obee, Head of HR Advisory, and Timothy Miller, HR Advisory Manager, for a practical end-of-year wrap-up of the key employment law developments from 2026. 

They’ll also unpack the upcoming changes on the horizon for 2027, by breaking down what matters, why it matters, and what employers must prepare for now. 

We’ll cover:

• Key legislative developments in 2026, ranging from Payday Super, changes to the rules around paid parental leave and new obligations regarding the use of AI in Fair Work Commission proceedings;
• Key changes to modern awards such as new classification structures in the Health Professionals and SCHADS Award, and the new working from home provisions in the Clerks Award;
• What’s on the horizon for 2027, including the proposed ban on non-compete clauses in employment contracts and the planned right to work from home for employees in Victoria.

Designed for HR teams, business owners and leaders alike, you’ll walk away with a grounded understanding of what’s changed, what’s coming, and how to prepare your organisation for the year ahead.

Disclaimer: he information in this webinar is current as at 26th November 2026, and has been prepared by Employment Hero Pty Ltd (ABN 11 160 047 709) and its related bodies corporate (Employment Hero). The views expressed in this webinar are general information only, are provided in good faith to assist employers and their employees, and should not be relied on as professional advice. The Information is based on data supplied by third parties. While such data is believed to be accurate, it has not been independently verified and no warranties are given that it is complete, accurate, up to date or fit for the purpose for which it is required. Employment Hero does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy in such data and is not liable for any loss or damages arising either directly or indirectly as a result of reliance on, use of or inability to use any information provided in this webinar. You should undertake your own research and to seek professional advice before making any decisions or relying on the information in this webinar.