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Why Desktop Investigations Matter

Workplace Misconduct Allegations Series In our series on managing workplace misconduct, we break down the steps in an investigation to provide practical tips and best practice guidance to help you ide

HR Legislation Changes from January 2025

Changes to Modern Award Classifications and Minimum Pay Rates Starting in 2025, significant changes to modern awards will impact several industries. These changes will begin in January and April 2025,

Correct Redundancy Processes

What is a redundancy?  Redundancy can occur when an employer either doesn’t need an employee’s job to be done by anyone, or the employer becomes insolvent or bankrupt. Redundancy can happen w

Christmas Parties and Office Shutdowns

Well people, we are here.  Not sure how we got here, but we did. December 2024.   So what can your business do to ensure you end the year keeping your team happy, safe and still product

Christmas – Public Holidays and Shutdowns

The Christmas and New Year period can significantly impact business operations for organisations across Australia. Some businesses may become significantly busier to keep up with demand, whilst others

Employing Casuals for the Festive Season

The Festive Season is just around the corner and many businesses are now looking to recruit their seasonal workforce.  The most flexible way to achieve this is to employ casual staff. Casuals are em

Psychosocial Health & Safety

Psychosocial health and safety in the workplace refer to the mental and emotional well-being of employees within an organisation. It encompasses creating an environment that fosters positive mental he

Right To Disconnect

Right to Disconnect – Changes from 26th August 2024   Recent legislative changes (Closing Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024) have granted employees an

Changes to Casual Employment

Changes to Casual Employment from August 26, 2024  From August 26, 2024, there will be some changes to casual employment:  Casual Employment Information Statement  The Casual Employment

Employee or Contractor?

Changes to Independent Contractors from 26th August 2024 Dispute Resolution and Contract Disputes The Fair Work Commission (FWC) will be able to handle disputes between independent contractors and the

Upcoming Legislation Changes Announcement

There will be three upcoming legislative changes from 26th August 2024.   In the coming month, we will be sending articles that will explain each one of these legislation changes to ensure y

Delegates Rights Terms in Awards and Reminder on Super and Wage Increases from 1st July 2024

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has released a delegates’ rights term which has been inserted into every modern award. These have taken effect from 1 July 2024. The FWC has also inserted an inter

Changes and Reminders for the New Financial Year

Aside from the wage and super increases, as we come into the new financial year there are other changes and to-do tasks that employers need to be aware of. 1. Updated Pay Guides and Award Wage Increas

Annual Wage Review & Super Guarantee Increase

As we come into the new financial year there are a number of changes to wages and superannuation payments that employers need to be aware of. Please read the information below carefully.   S

Constructing Appropriate Agreements In Your Workplace 

 Misclassification poses significant risks for both employers and workers.  Constructing appropriate workplace agreements involves correctly classifying workers as either employees or contractors. T