Like it or not, remote work has become a permanent fixture for many Australian businesses. But have you considered how this changes your onboarding experience? Creating an effective digital-first onboarding … Read more
As of January 1st, 2025, intentionally underpaying employees in Australia has become a serious criminal offence. This is a significant shift in the legal landscape, and employers must be aware … Read more
The business landscape is constantly evolving, and anticipating future trends is crucial for sustained success. As we approach 2025, employers must proactively adapt their operations and workforce to navigate emerging … Read more
The holiday season is a time of celebration and increased consumer activity, but it can also be a challenging period for businesses. Increased absenteeism, fluctuating workloads, and the pressure to … Read more
In a rapidly evolving work environment, concerns over workplace rights and fair practices are more relevant than ever. For many businesses and employees in Australia, the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) … Read more
To comply with the Right to Disconnect legislation, you should start by conducting an audit of current work hours and communication needs within your business. Understand the normal working hours … Read more
As part of the Federal Government’s Closing Loopholes legislation, from August 26 new rules will define whether your staff can be considered employees or independent contractors/sub-contractors. In essence, the entire … Read more
From 26 August, the definition of “casual employment” and the rules around “casual conversion” change. Here is a summary of what you need to know but we encourage you to … Read more
July 1 sees 2 increases to your payroll expenses: The minimum wage is increasing for employees The Super Guarantee will also increase for all employees How big is the increase? … Read more
Since 2009, Fair Work data reveals over 40% of the businesses they audited were underpaying staff. That’s why the Federal Government is introducing stricter penalties. But wage theft can accidentally … Read more