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Keep up to date with latest industry trends, relevant articles and expert advice from our professional team.Why Outsourcing Payroll to HR Specialists Is a Game-Changer
Payroll processing is one of the most important tasks in any company, and an HR specialist can play a crucial role in ensuring that it’s processed accurately and on time. Whilst payroll processing may seem like it’s straightforward, many aspects of your payroll...
Ensuring Fairness and Compliance for Casual Employees
By Rachel Murphy In the ever-evolving landscape of employment, it's essential for employers to understand and fulfill their responsibilities towards their casual employees. Casual employment offers flexibility for both parties, but it's essential to navigate this type...
CASE STUDY: Return to Work Plan for Injured Employee
By Renae Withoos CASE DETAILS: In a recent case, a mechanic who suffered an injury outside of work was awarded damages because his employer mishandled his return to work. This legal case, heard by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA), highlights...
5 Steps to Successful Workforce Planning
By Rachel Murphy Workforce planning is an essential process that can help businesses achieve their goals and objectives. Workforce planning involves identifying the current and future workforce needs of a business and developing strategies to meet them. Why is this so...
Mid-year Fatigue: Can you Relate?
By Renae Withoos Is mid-year fatigue a thing? As we approach the middle of the year and the colder months here in Australia, it's common for employees to experience a dip in motivation and energy levels (especially for those who aren’t jet-setting to Europe!). You may...
New Workplace Shutdown Rules in Australia
By Renae Withoos As an employer it is important to be aware of the new workplace shutdown rules in Australia, affecting 78 modern awards from 1 May 2023. These changes relate to an employer's ability to direct employees to take a period of annual leave during a...
Managing Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace
By Victoria Li The Work Health and Safety Act defines “health” to include both physical and psychological health. However, while employers take their responsibilities and proactive actions to prevent physical injury at the workplace, psychosocial risks and hazards...
Prohibiting Workplace Sexual Harassment: What is your Responsibility?
By Victoria Li Sexual harassment has been a pervasive issue in Australian workplaces, affecting people from all aspects of work and life. According to the Australian Human Rights Commission, one in three women and one in five men have experienced sexual harassment in...
The Easter public holiday guide for Business
By Sarah Childs Just as we’re all getting into the rhythm of work for the year - BAM! – Easter comes right out of nowhere to throw a spanner in our works. While Easter is a lovely, relaxing 4-day long weekend for some, to others, it’s one of the busiest and biggest...
Keeping up to date with Modern Award Changes using the new Fair Work Commissions API
By Renae Withoos How can this new technology help businesses remain compliant with Modern Award Changes? The Fair Work Commission (FWC) is responsible for creating and maintaining Modern awards, which set out the minimum terms and conditions of employment for...
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