Every 4 years the Fair Work Commission reviews the Modern Award system along with an annual review of the minimum wage. These changes are happening now so how do they … Read more
It happens all the time. A staff member agrees to work overtime and then gets sick. That leaves the tricky question of “Are they entitled to receive sick pay?” The … Read more
From the first full pay period beginning on or after 1 July, the new minimum adult wage will be $740.80 per week or $19.49 per hour. This minimum wage increase … Read more
Will This Affect Your Staff? In the 2018 Annual Wage Review, the Fair Work Commission increased the minimum wage by 3.5%. It may take the Commission 2-3 weeks to update … Read more
Young workers may not have much work experience but they have the same rights as any other worker. Unfortunately, there are a few myths around employing young people. Here’s what … Read more
According to an article in the Sydney Morning Herald, the incomes of professionals, miners and retail workers are going backwards compared to the cost of living. A further 10 million … Read more
Minimum wage increases The much publicised Fair Work minimum wage review came into effect on 1 July. From that date, the new national minimum wage will be $695.90 per week … Read more