Most businesses think a workforce plan is an org chart and a hiring wishlist. It isn't. This piece breaks down what an actual workforce planning audit covers, the four things it must include, and why skipping it costs Perth businesses more than they think when a skills shortage hits.
A redundancy that skips consultation or overlooks redeployment options isn't just risky, it's the most common reason employers end up facing an unfair dismissal claim. Here's what a mishandled redundancy actually costs in 2026, from compensation caps to legal fees you can't recover, and what genuine compliance actually requires.
WA has the lowest unemployment rate in the country, yet employers across mining, engineering and professional services still can't find the people they need. Here's what the 2026 data shows, and the four real levers, retention, offshoring, AI, and targeted search, that actually move the needle.
