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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.
Small Business Wage Compliance Code Released
The Fair Work Ombudsman has released the Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code, which will take effect alongside Australia’s new federal wage theft laws on 1 January 2025.
When to Review Your Company Policies
Has it been over 12 months since you last reviewed your policies? Or even longer since you discussed them with your employees? It’s time to ensure your policies are up to date and effectively communicated to your team.
Don’t Wait Until the New Year to Start Recruitment!
Be ahead of the competition who wait until January to begin and recruit now to secure a candidate before the year ends with the help of Edwards HR.
Preparing Payroll for Wage Theft Laws Checklist
Wage theft becomes a criminal offence from 1 January 2025.
Use this checklist to review your existing payroll practices to ensure you are paying employees correctly, mitigate risk and save future headaches.
Wage Theft Criminalisation
Wage Theft Becomes a Criminal Offence in January – Is Your Business Prepared? Read the update and download the checklist here.
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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