High-Income Employees and Unjustified Dismissal (live webinar)
Price excludes GST. Broadcast Date: 26 Aug 2026 (10:00-10:30am)
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High-Income employees and unjustified dismissal
Understanding the new $200,000 income threshold rules
The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 (Act) introduces a significant change that impacts high-income employees.
Employees that earn $200,000 or more may be prevented from raising a personal grievance for unjustified dismissal, and certain unjustified disadvantage claims relating to dismissal, unless the parties have agreed in writing that dismissal protections will continue to apply.
Employers will need to decide:
- Should they rely on the new default position, or
- Should they agree to preserve dismissal protections for high-income employees?
Understanding how and when the new rules apply, and the transitional arrangements for existing employees is essential to manage employment relationships and minimise legal risk.
Presented by leading employment law specialist Janet Copeland, this practical webinar explains how the new legislation works, how the $200,000 remuneration threshold is assessed, and the implications for employment agreements, dismissals and workplace decision-making.
Through practical examples and common employment scenarios, Janet will help you understand how the legislation applies in practice and identify the options available to employers under the new framework.
Topics covered:
- The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026Act and what has changed
- Which employees are affected by the new rules
- How the $200,000 remuneration threshold is assessed and what remuneration may be included when assessing the threshold
- Employer options for preserving dismissal protections by agreement
- Practical employment scenarios and common issues
- Risks, considerations and best practice for employers
Learning outcomes:
Following this webinar, you will be able to:
- Explain the changes introduced by the Act for high-income employees.
- Determine whether an employee meets the $200,000 remuneration threshold.
- Apply the new rules across a range of employment scenarios.
- Understand the options available when deciding whether to preserve dismissal protections.
PRESENTER
Janet Copeland, Managing Partner, Copeland McAllister
With over 30 years of experience across employment law and health and safety, Janet is a trusted leader and strategic advisor, widely respected for her pragmatic approach and ability to provide clear, practical guidance in complex situations.
As Managing Partner of Copeland McAllister, a specialist workplace law firm, Janet brings expertise across all aspects of employment law. She is a leading specialist in collective bargaining, union negotiations, and strategic industrial relations, and is an accomplished negotiator.
Alongside her team at Copeland McAllister, Janet provides expert legal services across employment law, health and safety, and immigration, delivering clear, commercially sound advice to help organisations manage risk, navigate challenges, and achieve positive workplace outcomes.