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Changes to Gender & Wage Reporting – the Closing the Pay Gap Bill
Employers with 100 or more employees will be familiar with the WGEA reporting process – here’s what you need to know about the changes and new requirements.

Sexual Harassment – Introducing a New Positive Duty on Employers
Significant New Employer Obligations – Sexual Harassment: Here’s what employers need to know.

Quick Guide to Company Policies
Quick Guide to Company Policies – what they are, why you need them and how to prepare them. Read here!

New Fair Work Information Statement Inclusion
Fair Work Info Statements have been updated to include the new Paid Family & Domestic Violence Leave entitlements – here’s what employers need to know and how to ensure you are using the correct version.

Kick Start 2023 – How to Get your Team & Business Setup for Success
Kick start 2023 – here’s how to get your team and business setup for success!

How to Find the Right People for your Team in 2023
2023 has kicked off with a bang and we have many clients talking to us about new projects and new opportunities, which also means recruitment for new team members.
Here’s how to find the right people for your team in 2023.

10 Days Paid Family & Domestic Violence Leave Commencing Feb 2023
IR ALERT (UPDATED)– 10 days of PAID family & domestic violence leave commences 1 February 2023. Here’s what employers should know.

IR Reform Update
The 2023 IR Reforms represent a significant and immediate change to the employment relations landscape in Australia – here’s what employers need to know.

4 Weeks Until Christmas – Here’s 5 Things Employers Should Action Now
There’s only 4 weeks until Christmas and employers should be making arrangements for 5 key things right now – here they are!

IR Alert – 10 Days Paid Family & Domestic Violence Leave Introduced
IR ALERT – 10 days of paid family & domestic violence leave will be available to all employees in 2023. Here’s what we know so far.

CASE STUDY: The 2024 Country Road CEO Investigation
Ongoing investigation involving their CEO and former chief supply chain officer, into the mishandling of sexual harassment complaints is a powerful reminder of how serious workplace issues can impact any organisation.

CASE STUDY: Critical Role of Policies in Workplace Fairness
A recent Fair Work unfair dismissal decision highlights the importance of clarity and consistency in application of company policies and procedures.

Employer Quick Guide to Working from Home
Quick Guide to WFH – Is working from home an entitlement? How do we make this work for our team? All your questions and more are answered!

CBA’s $10 Million Fine: A Wake-Up Call for Employer’s in Payroll Compliance Practices.
Paying employees a flat rate or salary may appear cost-effective but could lead to underpayment risks. By understanding these risks, employers can proactively implement robust processes to ensure compliance with awards, legislation, maintain positive employee relations, and protect their organisation’s reputation and financial health. Find out more.

Insights from AHRI June Quarter Report 2024
June Quarter 2024 Work Outlook Report reveals that Australia’s skills gap is harming productivity, with high turnover predicted to be a key cause.

New Government Grant for HR Services Now Available
The Qld Government has released an updated Business Boost Grant providing eligible businesses with funding for $10,000 to $20,000 worth of HR services.

End of Financial Year – HR Checklist
End of Financial Year HR Checklist – Your quick guide to maintaining and improving your HR function this EOFY.

More IR Reforms – August 2024
The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024, which received Royal Assent on 26 February 2024, lays the groundwork for upcoming key industrial relations reforms, particularly those set to take effect in August 2024. These reforms aim to enhance workers’ rights and protections.

More Changes to Casual Employment Legislation
Changes to casual employment come in to effect from 26 August 2024. Here’s what employers need to know.

CONFIRMED: Wages and Super Increase from 1 July 2024
From 1 July 2024, there will be a 3.75% increase to Award wages. Superannuation is also increasing to 11.5%. Here’s everything employers need to know.
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