--- title: "Newsletters" description: "Newsletters Each month AUTOrecruit writes and posts our automotive industry newsletter to over 1,700 car dealerships around Australia and the South Pacific. Register for our monthly newsletter alert Each month AUTOrecruit distributes our automotive industry newsletter to over 2,000 automotive dealerships, located throughout Australia and the South Pacific region. Whilst we try to get newsletters […]" url: "https://autorecruit.com.au/newsletters/" date_modified: "2026-05-28T14:15:11+10:00" --- # Newsletters Each month AUTOrecruit writes and posts our automotive industry newsletter to over 1,700 car dealerships around Australia and the South Pacific. --- ## Register for our monthly newsletter alert Each month AUTOrecruit distributes our automotive industry newsletter to over 2,000 automotive dealerships, located throughout Australia and the South Pacific region. Whilst we try to get newsletters out to our clients on a regular basis, demand for our services has been extraordinarily high since May 2020. This has substantially reduced our ability to have the time to prepare a monthly newsletter. As time permits we will get back to providing a regular newsletter service. Articles that could be of interest to you or benefit your business that has been included in our monthly newsletter can be found below. The material contained in this newsletter is general comment only and is not intended as advice on any particular matter. Professional advice should be sought before any action is taken based upon the matters described. [Register](https://afae733b.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAGswLBSjpn3kzjsaKunAWwlm0eyttEuVX39qHBBc-tZmo6d7W8_GU1biwM3T8PwujVGMyMhspLYWyQcQ33V9wEA8wbsNGkDEVRT928C1XIaz10AkVLBfwGAJl2oIiL6Pv90kFXDovzN-0Is7aNrd0MUOKf6pAcv-Iojdf4WANlBRNaGTCFwlEWdhVDraG5eTZ5HzWbgx_RoB) ![overlay-checkered-2](https://autorecruit.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/overlay-checkered-2.svg) --- - [October 2026 – Redundancy Consultation: More Than Explaining a Decision](https://autorecruit.com.au/october-2026-redundancy-consultation-more-than-explaining-a-decision/) — When a business decides a position is no longer required, it can be tempting to view the remaining process as paperwork. A recent Fair Work Commission decision involving Hornibrook Bus Lines shows why meaningful consultation deserves more attention. The Hornibrook decision An accounts employee with approximately 33 years’ service was awarded $24,050.20 in compensation following \[…\] - [September 2026 – Proposed Non-Compete Changes: What They Could Mean for Your Next Hire](https://autorecruit.com.au/september-2026-proposed-non-compete-changes-what-they-could-mean-for-your-next-hire/) — An employee leaves a business and receives an offer from a competitor. Their former employer points to a clause restricting where they can work. For the employee, it may stand between them and their next career move. For the employer, it may be viewed as protection for the business they have built. Proposed federal reforms \[…\] - [August 2026 – Can an Employer Remove a Promised Benefit?](https://autorecruit.com.au/august-2026-can-an-employer-remove-a-promised-benefit/) — A company vehicle, a travel allowance or another negotiated benefit can be a significant reason someone accepts a job. But what happens when the employer decides it can no longer afford to provide it? A recent Fair Work Commission decision shows why businesses need to check their commitments before changing an employee’s package. A separate \[…\] - [July 2026 – National salary and benefits survey launched](https://autorecruit.com.au/july-2026-national-salary-and-benefits-survey-launched/) — New national remuneration survey to map pay and package structures across automotive, heavy vehicle and equipment sectors We are currently conducting a national remuneration survey across the automotive, heavy vehicle, equipment, OEM and related sectors, with the aim of building a clearer picture of how people are actually being paid and how employment packages are \[…\] - [June 2026 – But, You Quit, Didn’t You?](https://autorecruit.com.au/june-2026-but-you-quit-didnt-you/) — A recent Fair Work Commission decision is a reminder that assumptions can be dangerous. Most managers have been there. An employee becomes frustrated during a difficult conversation. A disagreement escalates. Emotions are running high and suddenly the conversation takes an unexpected turn. Maybe they hand over their keys. Maybe they say they’re not coming back. \[…\] - [May 2026 – Assume Every Workplace Meeting May Be Recorded](https://autorecruit.com.au/may-2026-assume-every-workplace-meeting-may-be-recorded/) — Another growing issue appearing in workplace disputes is the use of secret recordings by employees. Recent Fair Work matters continue to demonstrate that covert recordings can become significant evidence in: • unfair dismissal claims • bullying matters • disciplinary disputes • wage and bonus disputes • workplace investigations While secret recordings may sometimes damage trust \[…\]