Top 10 Employment Law Tips and Traps for Employers in 2025

Thursday, 19 June 2025, 8.00AM-9.00AM, Adelaide CBD

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Date: Thursday, 19 June 2025

Time: 8:00am - 9:00am (7:45 am arrival)

Venue: Level 9, 99 Gawler Place, Adelaide 5000

Catering: Light breakfast and hot drinks provided


Get ahead of the latest workplace changes with Zev Costi, Director of Strategic Employee Relations (SER). In this practical and informative session, Zev will break down the key trends, legal updates, and common pitfalls employers need to know in 2025. Drawing on extensive experience as a former employment lawyer, Zev and the team at SER specialise in translating complex employment law into real-world solutions, helping businesses successfully navigate today’s challenging HR and ER landscape.


Dr Ruth Sims

Dr Ruth Sims is a consultant and leadership adviser who helps organisations strengthen workplace relationships and improve how leaders and employees work together. With a PhD focused on followership behaviours and more than 20 years’ experience in professional communication, planning and organisational change, Ruth combines academic research with practical workplace solutions. She is also an experienced non-executive director, a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a member of the University of Adelaide’s Centre for Workplace Excellence.

Dr Tessa Bailey

Dr Tessa Bailey is the Chief Executive Officer and Principal Psychologist at OPUS, where she leads evidence-based initiatives to strengthen organisational Workforce Health and Safety (WHS) systems, reduce psychosocial risk, and improve productivity. With a background in human resource management, injury prevention, and injury management, Tessa brings deep expertise to workplace wellbeing. She was previously a Research Fellow on the Australian Workplace Barometer project at the University of South Australia, analysing working conditions, health, and productivity data from over 7,000 workers across the country.

Sarah Stone

Sarah Stone is the Co-Founder of LinkABLE and a seasoned Education and Capability Executive, respected thought leader, and experienced Change Strategist dedicated to shaping the future of organisational development. She has led transformative programs for organisations ranging from start-ups with five employees to global enterprises of 55,000, helping teams prepare for the evolving world of work. With a strong focus on aligning employee experience with business strategy, Sarah has successfully implemented culture, leadership, and capability frameworks that strengthen performance, engagement, and sustainable growth.

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About Our Speaker: Zev Costi

Zev Costi is the Director of Strategic Employee Relations (SER), a consultancy based in Adelaide dedicated to helping employers navigate the complexities of the HR and employee relations landscape. With a strong background as a former employment lawyer, Zev combines technical expertise with a practical, hands-on approach to support organisations across all areas of HR and ER.