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by Annie Cross | 19 Jul 2023 | Human Resources
The foundation of any successful small business is a solid HR plan. This strategic document sets the standard for ethical and positive behaviour at work. Without an HR plan, businesses can suffer from issues that could have otherwise been avoided. From productivity...
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by Annie Cross | 19 Jul 2023 | Human Resources, Modern Awards
If you’re a business owner looking to hire new staff and need a bit of a refresher on casual vs permanent employment contracts, this article is for you. Understanding the difference between casual and permanent employment can be confusing even for the most seasoned...
by Neath Sokhom | 7 Jun 2023 | Employment Law, Human Resources
Small business owners often find themselves grappling with complex and ever changing employment laws and regulations. One area which often causes confusion is determining when overtime applies, especially where an employee takes leave. Paying at the applicable...
by Simon Obee | 6 Jun 2023 | Employment Law
The Fair Work Commission has announced the rate that minimum wages will increase by, from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2023. The Fair Work Commission decided that minimum wage rates for employees covered by modern awards will increase by 5.75%....
by Joanne Kha | 13 Apr 2023 | Employment Law
The concept of ‘overtime’ can be confusing to navigate as a business. Employees often work varying patterns and hours of work which raises key questions around what exactly constitutes overtime, how it should be paid and what obligations employers have in requesting...
