Practical HR guidance for Australian workplaces
Clear, practical content about modern awards, employment obligations, HR systems and managing people at work.

Independent
An independent perspective on workplace issues.
Practical
HR guidance you can apply to your situation.
Reliable
Informed by Australian workplace laws and obligations.
Personal
Guidance shaped around the context you provide.
Considered
Looks at the issue, the risks and what comes next.
About The People Podium
The People Podium is an independent HR platform created by Australian HR consultant Dee Vignon. I write about modern awards, employment obligations, HR systems and the practical realities of managing people.
I also provide focused consultations and project-based HR support to Australian businesses.
Ask a workplace question
Sometimes you don’t need an hour-long consultation. You just need a clear answer to a workplace question.
Ask your question online and I’ll personally review it and provide a practical written response within two Australian business days.
- Fixed fee of $85 per workplace question.
- For employees, managers & small business owners.
- Support with difficult workplace situations.
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What Makes Up Australian Employment Law?
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