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Practice Direction – The witnessing of affidavits during the COVID-19 pandemic
29 April 2020
Since the beginning of the changed circumstances due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Registry has accepted unsworn affidavits. In order to clarify what is expected and to ensure that there is minimal confusion and consistency of approach, the South Australian Employment Tribunal will adopt the Practice Note of the Supreme Court and District Court of…
Dust Disease cases: Urgent teleconference hearings with regards to the plaintiff’s evidence in response to the Covid-19 pandemic
26 March 2020
Prior to the teleconference hearing Where possible the plaintiff’s evidence-in-chief should be by way of affidavit. Any documents that are to be referred to in the teleconference hearing by any party must be filed and served at least two clear business days before the teleconference hearing commences. Upon receipt by the Court they will be…
Attendances at SAET – the evolving Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
19 March 2020
As is well-known, we are currently operating in a rapidly changing environment due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. I am cognisant of recent measures taken by other courts and tribunals which have been designed to reduce the need for personal attendances in civil litigation matters and to ensure safe social distancing. My directions below have…
SAET Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
17 March 2020
As President of the South Australian Employment Tribunal (SAET), I have a responsibility for the wellbeing of SAET staff, members and users of the Tribunal. I am particularly mindful of this responsibility given the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. While there have so far been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 at SAET, it is important we prepare…