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More than harmless fun: How Valentine’s Day can blur the line between celebration and harassment
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “More than harmless fun: How Valentine’s Day can blur the line between celebration and harassment”, published in HR Leader on 20 February 2026.To read the full article click here…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “The legal implications of the Digital Work Systems Bill”, published in HR Leader
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “The legal implications of the Digital Work Systems Bill”, published in HR LeaderTo read the full article click here…
Happy Lunar New Year 2026 – Welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse
The Fire Horse (Bing Wu) is known for its bold energy, charisma, speed, and transformative spirit, symbolising a period of breakthroughs, rapid progress, and renewed ambition. Astrologers describe the Fire Horse as representing independence, forward momentum, and fiery determination, qualities that can accelerate success when guided with clarity and intention. However, its intensity…
Swaab celebrates 45 years of legal service excellence
This year, Swaab proudly marks 45 years since our founding by the late Fredrick (Fred) Swaab an entrepreneur, mentor, and leader remembered for his innovation and generosity of spirit. Fred established Swaab in 1981, led the firm for decades, and set a standard of care for people and clients that continues to…
Michael Byrnes appeared on the Lawyers Weekly Show podcast with Jerome Doraisamy to discuss potential workplace law issues related to Valentine’s Day
Michael Byrnes appeared on the Lawyers Weekly Show podcast with Jerome Doraisamy to discuss potential workplace law issues related to Valentine’s DayTo listen to the full podcast click here…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Potential implications of the proposed WFH Clerks Award clause”, published in HR Leader
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Potential implications of the proposed WFH Clerks Award clause”, published in HR Leader on 12 February 2026To read the full article click here…
Michael Byrnes joined James Willis on 2GB’s Money News to discuss the union push for one million Australians to gain WFH rights through proposed award changes.
Michael Byrnes appeared on Money News with James Willis on 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR on 11 February 2026 to discuss the proposal to vary awards to include WFH rightsTo listen to the full interview click here…
Pundits split over NSW workers’ compensation reform
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Pundits split over NSW workers’ compensation reform”, published in HR Leader on 6 February 2026.To read the full article click here…
Is it ever legal for an employer to reduce an employee’s salary?
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Is it ever legal to reduce an employee’s salary?”, published in RHRI on 3 February 2026.To read the full article click here…
PaperCut case puts hybrid-work policy back in the spotlight
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “PaperCut case puts hybrid-work policy back in the spotlight”, published in HR Leader on 2 February 2026To read the full article click here…