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Update Your Employment Contracts Now to Comply with New Legislation
With recent employment law changes made as a result of the "Closing the Loopholes" legislation, it is crucial for business owners to review and update their employment documentation to comply with the new standards. Failure to do so may mean current contracts are...
SafeWork NSW Psychosocial Hazard Blitz: Ensuring Compliance
SafeWork NSW has launched an urgent and targeted inspection campaign for medium to large businesses, underscoring the immediate need for effective management of psychosocial hazards as part of its Psychosocial Health and Safety Strategy 2024-2026. Key Points: Target...
1 July 2024 Award Wage Increases
On Monday, 3 June 2024, the Fair Work Commission announced its decision on the annual wage review. Effective 1 July 2024, the National Minimum Wage will increase by 3.75%, rising to $24.10 per hour and $915.84 per week for a 38-hour week. This increase will also apply...
Navigating Annualised Salaries Amid Underpayment Claims
Overview of Annualised Salaries and Set-off Clauses Annualised salaries may offer a streamlined way to cover all minimum entitlements, such as penalties and overtime. This method reduces the short-term administrative burden of fortnightly payroll but requires careful...
Flexible Work Arrangements – Updated Guidelines
Significant updates have been made to flexible work arrangements, expanding the eligibility for employees to request flexible working conditions. These updates specifically introduced rights for two new groups: Employees affected by family or domestic violence,...
Navigating Unfair Dismissals: A Strategic Guide for Employers
The prospect of facing an unfair dismissal claim can be daunting for many employers. In fact, the fear of potential legal repercussions often deters them from terminating employees who display poor performance or engage in misconduct. In Australian workplace law,...
Casual Employment Changes in Australia: What Employers Need to Know
The Federal Government's "Closing the Loopholes" legislation has received Royal Assent and is now law, bringing significant changes to casual employment in Australia. Until March 2021, casual employment was not clearly defined in the Fair Work Act 2009. The recent...
Wage Theft: A New Criminal Offence in Australia
The Federal Government's "Closing the Loopholes" legislation has taken a significant step by criminalising employers' intentional underpayment of wages. Starting from January 2025, employers will be committing an offence if they intentionally fail to pay amounts due...
Navigating the Risks of Underpayment in 2024
As we enter the new year, it’s evident that significant shifts in Australian employment law have set the stage for a dynamic landscape in 2024, with no signs of slowing down. The “Closing the Loopholes” legislation, currently before parliament, adds an extra layer of...