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Workforce Webinar Series - Webinar 1: Employing People - Getting the Foundations Right

Your people are one of the most important investments in your business. From recruitment and retention through to workplace compliance and leadership, workforce decisions can have a direct impact on productivity, profitability and business resilience.

Join the Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) and Sparke Helmore Lawyers for a practical three-part webinar series that will provide agricultural employers with clear, actionable guidance to help build capable teams, manage workplace obligations and navigate workforce challenges with confidence.

Participants will have the opportunity to hear directly from workplace law specialist Thea Price from Sparke Helmore Lawyers.

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Webinar 1: Employing People - Getting the Foundations Right
Wednesday 11 November 2026 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Employing and managing people is a critical part of running a successful agricultural business. Getting the foundations right from the outset can help employers create clear expectations, build productive workplaces and avoid common employment issues.

This session will explore the key building blocks of effective workforce management, including different employment arrangements, employment contracts, workplace policies and employer responsibilities. Attendees will gain practical insights into common mistakes made by employers and learn how to establish workforce practices that support both compliance and business performance.

Topics will include:

• Understanding different types of employment arrangements
• Employment contracts and workplace expectations
• Policies and procedures that support good workforce management
• Common employment pitfalls and how to avoid them
• Practical tips for agricultural employers

Register here

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This webinar series is being delivered as part of the Industry Skills and Jobs Advisor Program and the Industry Workforce Advisor Program, supported and funded by the Queensland Government.

Content for the Webinar Series has been prepared by Sparke Helmore Lawyers.