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HR to Go

EWS
Australia
Effective Workplace Solutions
Psychosocial Hazards
Fringe Benefits Tax
Linkable
Aussie Helpers
Hr2go
Leadership
Management
Mental Health In the Workplace
Policy & Training
Medicinal Cannabis
Work Health and Safety Legislation Australia
Drug Testing
Employee Benefits
Fair Work Act
Live Life Alarms
Salesforce
Bullying and Harassment
AI In HR

HR to Go is your pocket-sized guide to Australian employment law and smart people management — brought to you by the experts at Effective Workplace Solutions (EWS). In each quick episode, we unpack real-life workplace issues, help you avoid costly mistakes, and give you practical tools to lead with confidence — without the jargon or overwhelm. Whether you’re navigating tricky staff situations, aim... more

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In this episode of HR2Go, Karen is joined by Greg Arnold, founder of Effective Workplace Solutions, to unpack some of the most common HR myths that continue to catch employers out.

From “you need three warnings before termination” to “salaried staff... more

Employee benefits can be a powerful way to attract and retain talent but they often come with costs employers don’t fully consider upfront.

In this episode of HR2Go, Karen is joined by Matt Hardy (MRTG Taxes) to unpack the real cost of employee bene... more

Drug and alcohol testing is designed to reduce workplace risk — but is it enough?

In this episode of HR2Go, Karen Arnold speaks with Associate Professor David Allen from Drug & Alcohol Solutions Australia about alcohol, drugs and impairment in Austr... more

In this special end-of-year roundtable, the EWS team sits down for a rapid-fire look back at the HR moments, surprises and challenges that defined 2025 — and what employers should be ready for in 2026.

Karen is joined by Greg Arnold, Peter Norrie an... more

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Greg Arnold
Founder of Effective Workplace Solutions
Effective Workplace Solutions
Episode: Ep 27: HR Mythbusting - The HR Myths That Continue To Catch Employers Out
Matt Hardy
Tax expert from MRTG Taxes, former GE Wind International Tax Director
MRTG Taxes
Episode: Ep 26: Employee Benefits - The Costs Employers Often Overlook (And How to Get It Right)
David Allen
Associate Professor at Drug & Alcohol Solutions Australia (DASA)
Drug & Alcohol Solutions Australia (DASA)
Episode: Ep 25: Drug Testing at Work - Risk, Medicinal Cannabis & the Leadership Mindset Shift
Michelle Bates
Safety professional; founder of My Virtual Safety Manager
My Virtual Safety Manager
Episode: Ep 23: Psychosocial Hazards - The Hidden Risks Inside Every Workplace
Sarah Stone
Capability Strategist and Co-Founder of Linkable
Linkable
Episode: Ep 21: You’re Hired — Please Wing It! Why Employee Onboarding Matters More Than You Think

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Karen
Host focused on practical HR guidance and employment-law insights for Australian workplaces; associated with Effective Workplace Solutions (EWS).

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Ep 26: Employee Benefits - The Costs Employers Often Overlook (And How to Get It Right)
Q: Matt, can you explain FBT in simple terms?
FBT is a tax on benefits provided to employees that aren't paid through payroll, designed to neutralize the tax advantage of those benefits and discourage non-cash perks; in practice, many common employee perks can fall under FBT if not structured through payroll.
Ep 25: Drug Testing at Work - Risk, Medicinal Cannabis & the Leadership Mindset Shift
Q: With medicinal cannabis, how should employers handle testing and policy given prescriptions and potential impairment?
Testing should target impairment and risk, not the mere presence of a prescription; THC impairment is the issue, CBD is generally non-impairing, and policies must balance safety with medical needs, engaging with treating doctors as needed.
Ep 25: Drug Testing at Work - Risk, Medicinal Cannabis & the Leadership Mindset Shift
Q: How common are drug and alcohol issues across Australian workplaces, and do you have data to share?
Prevalence is highly variable by industry and geography, but in high-risk settings with weak programs, positive tests can be significant; robust programs with strong culture tend to show lower positive rates.
Ep 25: Drug Testing at Work - Risk, Medicinal Cannabis & the Leadership Mindset Shift
Q: So, what are we actually referring to when we talk about drug and alcohol in the workplace today?
We're focusing on substances that can impair performance and pose risk, not just those on a list; anything that can cause impairment should be managed to protect safety.
Episode 20: From Grassroots to Growth: Getting HR Right Without the Red Tape
Q: When you were considering partnering with someone on the HR side, what were you hoping you'd get out of that?
We wanted proper foundations that were solid yet practical and tailored to how we work, not a quick patch up, plus peace of mind that our people felt supported.

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What is HR to Go about and what kind of topics does it cover?

HR-focused episodes provide practical, Australia-centric guidance on employment law, people management, and compliance. Across recent installments, listeners hear a mix of myth-busting around HR practices, hands-on onboarding strategies, managing psychosocial hazards, and navigating regulatory changes with real-world examples from small-to-mid sized businesses and nonprofits. The format typically features concise discussions with practical takeaways, guest experts, and a consistent emphasis on compliant, defensible decision-making, cost-effective risk management, and proactive people design. A notable strength is the blend of expert insight from Effective Workplace Solutions with accessible, action-oriented tips that listeners can apply imm... more

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