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End of Financial Year HR Checklist
A comprehensive checklist covering all aspects of HR, to ensure you are taking proactive measures to set your team and business up for success for the year ahead.
Wages & Super Increase from July – Are You Prepared?
Wages and superannuation are rising in July. Employers must prepare now to stay compliant. Discover the changes and how to get ready in our latest update.
New Payroll Remediation Program Guide Released by FWO
The Fair Work Ombudsman has released a new Payroll Remediation Program Guide, giving businesses a clear process to identify and correct underpayments. We break down what’s in the guide, why it matters, and why expert help might still be part of the solution.
Major Wage Changes Ahead: Fair Work Commission Confirms Gender-Based Undervaluation in Key Awards
The Fair Work Commission has confirmed their findings that roles in female-dominated sectors have been undervalued due to historical gender assumptions. Find out which awards are affected.
The Federal Budget 2025-26: What It Means For Employers
The 2025–26 Federal Budget is here, and it’s packed with changes that could shake up your workforce. Want to stay ahead? Here’s what every employer needs to know.
Employer’s Guide to Public Holidays
Everything you need to know to manage public holidays effectively in 2025. Get the key public holiday dates, tips for accurate payroll, and best practices for employee rostering. Avoid costly mistakes and ensure smooth operations with our expert advice.
Payday Super is Coming
From 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay superannuation at the same time as wages, a shift known as ‘Payday Super’. Get ahead of the changes to avoid penalties and ensure your payroll systems are up to date.
Hamilton Island Staff Underpaid Over $28million
Hamilton Island underpaid over 2,000 employees from 2014 to 2022, they have been ordered by the Fair Work Ombudsman to repay over $28million to employees.
What Employers Can Expect in 2025: HR Trends and Challenges
As HR consultants, we’re closely monitoring the key trends and challenges that will shape the workplace in 2025. Here’s a quick snapshot.
Case Study Insight: Why Working from Home Policies Matter
Working from home is here to stay, but with it comes with risks. From physical injuries to mental health concerns, employers must address safety in home offices. Learn how to create effective work-from-home policies.
New Penalty and Overtime Rates Bill
The Labor Government has introduced the Fair Work Amendment (Protecting Penalty and Overtime Rates) Bill 2025, reinforcing its commitment to protect penalty and overtime pay for millions of workers.
Helensburgh Coal Breaches Fair Work Act – Redundancy Gone Wrong
Redundancy must be genuine. The Helensburgh Coal case shows the risks of ignoring redeployment and labour hire obligations.
Review of part-time employment in 11 modern awards underway
Fair Work Commission to review how part-time employment is defined, managed, and paid. This review could bring important changes to contracts, rostering, and pay for part-time staff across key industries.
FWO sues company for failure to pay unfair dismissal compensation to pregnant worker
A NSW business is in hot water after allegedly ignoring a Fair Work Commission order to pay compensation to a pregnant worker who was unfairly dismissed.
Driver Sacked for objecting to an Acknowledgement of Country
Questioning an Acknowledgement of Country during a toolbox meeting was one of the factors in an employee’s dismissal. The Fair Work Commission found the termination to be ….
FWC Rejects Unfair Termination Application from Transport Director
In its first ruling under new laws allowing road transport contractors to challenge terminations, the Fair Work Commission decided a delivery company director wasn’t protected because he wasn’t doing most of the work himself.
How much is staff turnover really costing your business and what can you do about it?
In Australia, 1.1 million people changed jobs in the year ending Feb 2024. That’s 8% of the workforce and every exit comes at a cost. From recruitment delays to lost productivity, employee turnover could be costing you $23K–$60K+ per person. Here’s what’s driving it and what you can do about it.
Tradie ‘Forced’ to Quit Due to Boss’s Swearing
A Fair Work ruling has found that constant swearing and aggressive behaviour by a boss pushed an electrician to resign and it’s being treated as an unfair dismissal.
The Pay Rise Conversation No One Wants
When a valued employee requests a pay rise that’s well above what’s realistic, it can leave employers feeling stuck.
Online Shopping on the Boss’s Time?
Employee’s online shopping during work hours. Is your company okay with this?
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