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Businesses are struggling to get ‘COVIDSafe’
Small and medium businesses are struggling to get ready for a return to work as they attempt to decipher the complex and costly requirements which allow them to reopen, says Employsure, Australia’s largest workplace advisory firm for SMEs. The call comes as states begin to ease lockdown restrictions and permit a reopening of hospitality and […]
Why JobKeeper creates cash flow issues for businesses
The announcement of the government’s $130 billion JobKeeper Payment scheme was greeted with a sigh of relief for many businesses who are struggling with paying staff wages as part of the financial challenges caused by coronavirus (COVID-19). The scheme supports businesses significantly affected by the coronavirus to help keep more Australians in jobs and is […]
The $130 billion wage subsidy scheme (JobKeeper payment) explained
A $130 billion wage subsidy scheme (JobKeeper) has been announced by federal government to support businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan to subside wages, known as the JobKeeper payment, is historic, with Treasurer Josh Frydenberg stating to Sky News this morning that Australia has “never seen income support like this.” Prime Minister Scott Morrison […]
Wage underpayments epidemic in Australia
Byline: Arthur Hambas, Lawyer at McDonald Murholme When Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews commented that “every worker has the right to get a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work”, it drew the public’s attention to an issue that has been plaguing a significant number of Australian workers for some time. While most employers do […]
Employers can help stamp out predatory lending
This year we have seen a significant power shift for consumers, with the government investing heavily in heightened financial protections. Through thorough reviews of bank reforms and consumer lending policies, control is slowly being readjusted back into the hands of the Aussie public. In fact, the 2019 Coalition government’s budget pledged $640 million to continue […]
The top 15 employers in Aus, NZ announced
The best Australian employers announced in Australia.
If you’re serious about a new job – you’ll find one
Trying to secure a new job opportunity can be like playing a numbers game. Feeling defeated before they even start, many job seekers tirelessly pump out applications they know will become one of a few hundred clogging a recruiter’s inbox. But this causes a problem on both sides of the fence: for the recruiter and […]
The top skill sets employers and employees need
Self-Discipline According to a recent article in Forbes, a full five out of ten of the attributes employers are looking for in 2015 are related to self-discipline. As employers move away from the supervisory model towards a more team-oriented approach, they are looking for people who are more capable of working independently. That means having […]
Survey reveals flexible working hours key for staff retention
According to research carried out by Employsure, Australia’s leading workplace relations specialists, over a third of Australian employers believe flexible work arrangements is the best way stop staff seeking alternative employment. The survey involving 461 small to medium businesses revealed that work-life balance ranked the highest for staff retention over pay rises and training. Edward […]
New industry code highlights need for national regulation of employment services
The Recruitment and Consulting Services Association (RCSA), the peak body for the private employment services sector, has released a proposal for an Employment Services Industry Code (ESIC). The ESIC sets out to eradicate unfair practices with a single national framework for the regulation of the employment services and on-hire marketplace. Steve Granland, CEO, RCSA said […]
The Search Party eyes big growth with acquisition of JobAdvisor
The Search Party, an online recruitment marketplace founded in Sydney, is making big steps in establishing itself as a worldwide platform, today announcing its acquisition of JobAdvisor.
Fair Work Commission introduces changes to annual leave
A review has resulted in a range of changes, including new capabilities for employers to direct employees to take paid annual leave when the worker is accumulating a excessive amount of leave.
ATO extends SuperStream compliance date for medium and large businesses
Medium and large-sized businesses now have more time to ensure they are SuperStream compliant after the ATO extended the June 30 due date.
Performance reviews: survival guide for workers
For many workplaces it’s performance review time again. Done well, appraisal meetings can add a lot of value to our careers and ability thrive at work.
Hiring for the next generation of employees
With the influx of Gen Y employees into the workforce, the pressure to overhaul dated, old-fashioned induction policies is greater than ever – especially for small businesses.
Successful hiring for small businesses
There are many ways an employer can source the right hire, but there are some simple strategies to make this process easier and increase the chances of finding the right fit.
Senate investigating Australia’s temporary working visa system
As cases of rorting and exploitation of workers on 457 visas continue to surface, the Senate has voted in favour of an inquiry into the working visa system.
Intentions to hire remain strong
17.1 per cent of Australian employers are planning to boost their permanent staff numbers between April and June this year, a slight drop from Q1 and a boost from the 11.2 per cent registered a year ago.
Call for banks to be penalised for offering business super deals
Industry Super Australia is calling for banks to be penalised for offering business banking deals aiming to see employers switch their employees’ superannuation contribution to bank-owned funds.
Top ten strange job interview questions of 2015
What are you passionate about? What are your career goals? What are your salary requirements? Those interview questions are so last year.
Australia’s cleaners underpaid $763,000
A crackdown on cleaning contractors has revealed 1,212 of Australia’s cleaners have been underpaid almost $763,000.
Media company fined for failing to pay interns
In what is being called a landmark decision, the Federal Circuit Court in Melbourne has fined Crocmedia Pty Ltd for underpaying two interns employed in the company for 20 months.
Hiring confidence hits three-year high
More Australian businesses are planning to hire in the coming year, according to this quarter’s Hudson Report: Employment Trends.
Employers not utilising staff benefits
Only 12 per cent of Australian employers name employee benefits as an important strategy in keeping employees and competing for valued staff.