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October 27, 2026 AFP National Police Check for Visa Applications: What Applicants Need to Know

If you are preparing a visa application, you have probably noticed how long the document list can get. One item that catches many people out is the police certificate. For time spent in...

September 21, 2026 Why Does a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check Matter for Hiring?

If you have ever advertised a job and wondered how thoroughly you should be vetting candidates, you are not alone. Most business owners understand the importance of background screening. Still,...

August 11, 2026 What Every Employer Should Know About Pre-Employment Medical Checks

Hiring the right person isn't just about finding someone with the right qualifications or experience. It's also about ensuring they're fit to perform the role safely and effectively. A...

May 29, 2026 The Crucial Role of Pre-Employment Medical Check for a Safer Workplace

One workplace injury can cost a business thousands of dollars, disrupt operations, and affect team morale for months. Yet many employers still treat a pre-employment medical check as just another...

April 26, 2018 Police History Identity Requirement Changing

We are creatures of habit. We don’t particularly like change. But change is coming; and it’s coming in one of the most important facets of running your business: being assured that the people...

June 27, 2017 References – “Tick of the box”?

Have you ever been asked to be a referee? And how did you feel when it was for somebody you weren’t entirely comfortable with on a professional – or personal – level? Did you still give them a...

August 11, 2017 Working with Children Cards – Problems?

No matter which way you spin it, there is a problem – sorry . . . problems – with Working with Children Checks. The flaws in the current system are many and serious. And they directly impact...