HR Essentials Over Breakfast, Sydney September

Psychosocial hazards are now enforceable in NSW. AI is reshaping how people are managed and how roles get cut. And long service leave still trips up good employers.

A focused 2-hour HR and IR session covering the issues that matter right now. Hot topics. Real answers. Coffee and pastries included. Delivered by HR Command, an Australian-built, lawyer-backed HR platform.

Thursday 17 September 2026. 8.30am breakfast and coffee. Talks from 9.15am. Finish by 11.30am.
CPD/CLE: Earn 1 point per hour of training.

What this session is

HR Essentials Over Breakfast is a sharp, practical morning session built for people who actually deal with HR and IR, Payroll issues in the real world.

Led by employment lawyers from Cowell Clarke Commercial Lawyers, alongside experienced HR and IR practitioners and a guest speaker from NSW Industrial Relations, it focuses on what Australian businesses need to get right this financial year.

No fluff. No theory dumps. Clear explanations, real examples, and time for questions and discussion.

This round is in person only. Seats are limited, so book early.

What we will cover

This session focuses on the current, high-risk and high-impact HR and IR issues landing on Australian workplaces right now:

Psychosocial hazards, now enforceable in NSW. What the shift from guidance to enforceable standards means, what a compliant system actually looks like, and where inspectors are focusing.
Redundancy in the age of AI. When automation reshapes your operations, how do you keep the process genuine, fair and legally defensible?
AI and surveillance at work. New obligations around monitoring and algorithmic management, and the workplace risks that come with watching your people more closely.
The non-compete ban that is coming. Why the incoming changes will affect most employees, and what to do with your contracts before they bite.
Long service leave, demystified. A guest session from NSW Industrial Relations on getting long service leave right, including the traps that catch good employers out.
Global Payroll Trends. A look at payroll around the world, what we're seeing here in Australia, and why the picture isn't always the same.
Plus the compliance gaps we see most often, and what good HR systems look like in practice.

Who should attend

This breakfast session is designed for:

HR managers, HR practitioners and Payroll manager
Business owners and directors
Operations managers
Office managers and administrators handling HR
HR partners and consultants

If HR or IR touches your role at all, this session is built for you.

Format and Networking

Expert-led sessions with heaps of time for your questions. Expect:

Clear, practical talks from the speakers
Real examples from Australian workplace
Business owners and directors
Dedicated Q&A time, so your specific questions get answered by the lawyers, HR specialists and our NSW Industrial Relations guest

Networking is part of the morning. You will have time over breakfast and coffee to connect with peers.

Come for the HR and IR insights. Stay for the conversations and connections.

"I attended the HR Essentials session which exceeded all my expectations, and the expertise of the facilitators was highly evident. What stood out for me was the practical approach, with real-world case studies and the diverse perspectives shared during discussions added depth to the learning experience. Highly recommend!"
People and Culture Manager

People and Culture Manager

How long is the HR Essentials Over Breakfast session?

Breakfast and coffee from 8.30am, talks from 9.15am, wrapping up around 11.15am. Around two hours of focused, practical guidance with plenty of time for your questions.

Is HR Essentials Over Breakfast live or online?

This round is in person only, in Sydney. We record the session and share it with registered attendees afterwards, so you still get the content if you cannot make every minute. To get the room energy and the discussion, come in person.

Where is it held?

Telford at Greenhouse, 180 George Street, Sydney. A premium event space a short walk from Circular Quay.

Is there networking included?

Yes. Networking is a key part of the session.

You’ll have dedicated time to connect with:

Local business owners
HR managers and HR practitioners
HR partners and consultants

Come for the HR and IR insights. Stay for the conversations and connections.

What does the session cost?

$79 per seat

Your ticket includes:

Full access to the 2-hour session
All materials shared during the session
Coffee and pastries for live attendees. We may sneak a uber voucher for people online

No upsells. No hidden costs.

What is this session not?

It’s just as important to be clear about what this session is not.

Not a sales pitch
Not a product demo
Not generic HR theory
Not a webinar where you sit on mute

This is a lawyer-led, practical HR and IR discussion focused on real issues facing Australian businesses right now.