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Improving Workplace Culture – Your 2026 Calendar
Dates to help build your workplace culture and create a more inclusive environment through everyday respect, recognition and connection.

Work Party Ideas That Keep HR Happy
Throw a work party everyone can enjoy, from the boss to HR. Our tips make it safe, festive, and hassle-free.

What the Recent Coles and Woolworths Case Means for Employers Paying Flat Rates and Salaries
We unpack the recent Federal Court decision that may have widespread implications for employers who pay flat rates or annualised salaries.

Record Keeping of Time and Wages – Best Practice
We unpack what the law requires, why accurate time and wage records matter, and best practice tips to protect your business.

Christmas Workplace Planning
From rostering to payroll deadlines our HR & Payroll Christmas Checklist covers everything you need to get organised before the rush.

HR & Payroll Christmas 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.

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!

Quick Guide to Onboarding & Inductions
Want your new team members to hit the ground running and be productive from their very first week? Then you need to get your onboarding and induction process right for every new employee.

Flat Rate and Salary Risks in Heavy Industries
From truck drivers to site supervisors, more employers are unintentionally underpaying staff. Learn how to protect your business and ensure compliance.

Quick Guide to Company Policies
Effective company policies are the foundation of a successful business. Learn why they matter, how to craft them, and how to ensure they protect both your employees and your organisation from risk.

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.

IR Reforms Update 2024
There have been significant IR Reforms from January to July 2024, with more still to come. This round focusses on strengthening worker entitlements and promoting fairness in workplaces. Read about the changes in our latest update.

Navigating the 2024-2025 Federal Budget: for Employers
Our latest article delves into the transformative impacts of the 2024-2025 Federal Budget. As employers navigate this fiscal landscape, they’ll encounter a mix of opportunities and potential challenges.

International HR Day – Q&A with Our Team
Our Q&A session unveiled the thrilling, occasionally challenging, always rewarding nature of HR.

Wages & Super Increase from 1 July – Are You Prepared?
Award wages and super are increasing from 1 July – here’s how employers should be preparing now!

Quick Guide to Recruiting the Best People for your Team
100% of our clients are struggling with recruitment and retention – here are our tips and tricks to reassess and improve your recruitment, onboarding, retention, and benefits strategies.
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