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Michael Byrnes appeared on Breakfast with Tim Webster on 2SM on 22 October 2026 to discuss the use of smart glasses in the workplace (from 1:24:00 to 1:28:30)
Can employers ban AI smart glasses in the workplace? As wearable AI technology gains traction, organisations must balance innovation with privacy, cybersecurity, surveillance and confidentiality concerns while understanding their legal rights to manage and restrict its use by employees.Michael Byrnes appeared on Breakfast with Tim Webster on 2SM on 22 October…
Michael Byrnes appeared on Nights with John Stanley on 2GB and 4BC on 19 October 2026 to discuss the use of smart glasses in the workplace (from 1:06:35 to 1:10:10)
Can employers ban AI smart glasses at work? As wearable AI technology grows, businesses are navigating privacy, cybersecurity, workplace surveillance and confidential information risks, along with their rights to regulate its use in the workplace.Michael Byrnes appeared on Nights with John Stanley on 2GB and 4BC on 19 October 2026 to…
Press Release | New Special Counsel Appointment — Suzy Whitty
With over ten years’ experience as a practising lawyer and a prior career in the Royal Australian Navy, Suzy is recognised for not only for her expertise, exceptional client service and engagement but also for her resilience, leadership, discipline and composure. Suzy has significant experience representing clients in the Land and Environment…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Saving your lunch break for the end of the day? Here’s what HR has to say”, published in HR Leader on 15 October 2026.
Can an employee legally save their lunch break until the end of the workday and leave early, and what do HR and employment law experts say about workplace rights, employer policies, and meal break requirements?Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Saving your lunch break for the end of the…
Michael Byrnes appeared on McKnight Tonight with Robert McKnight on 6 October 2026 to discuss the latest developments in the Jackie ‘O’ Henderson v ARN case (from 5:40 to 20:00)
What happened to the Jackie O and ARN court case, and why did the Federal Court hearing collapse in OctoberMichael Byrnes appeared on McKnight Tonight with Robert McKnight on 6 October 2026 to discuss the latest developments in the Jackie ‘O’ Henderson v ARN case (from 5:40 to 20:00)To view the podcast click here…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “ ‘You can’t force new contracts on employees’ ”, published in TV Blackbox on 4 October 2026
Can an employer force employees to sign a new employment contract if they don’t agree to the changes?Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “ ‘You can’t force new contracts on employees’ ”, published in TV Blackbox on 4 October 2026To read the full article click here…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Jackie Henderson and ARN’s court showdown postponed”, published in Mumbrella on 2 October 2026
Why was Jackie Henderson’s Federal Court trial against ARN Media postponed, and what issues delayed the October 2026 hearing?Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Jackie Henderson and ARN’s court showdown postponed”, published in Mumbrella on 2 October 2026To read the full article click here …
Michael Byrnes appeared on McKnight Tonight with Robert McKnight on 1 October 2026 to discuss workplace changes at the Nine Network and the issue of employers wanting to introduce new employment contracts (from 23:50 to 55:20)
Michael Byrnes appeared on McKnight Tonight with Robert McKnight on 1 October 2026 to discuss workplace changes at the Nine Network and the issue of employers wanting to introduce new employment contracts (from 23:50 to 55:20)To listen to the interview click here…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “What HR can learn from Stefanovic’s time in court”, published in HR Leader on 29 September 2026
What lessons can HR professionals learn from Karl Stefanovic’s court case?Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “What HR can learn from Stefanovic’s time in court”, published in HR Leader on 29 September 2026To read the full article click here…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “‘The technology is insidious’: The danger of smart glasses entering the workplace”, published in HR Leader on 24 September 2026
Smart Glasses in the Workplace: Privacy, Surveillance and Employment RisksMichael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “‘The technology is insidious’: The danger of smart glasses entering the workplace”, published in HR Leader on 24 September 2026To read the full article click here…