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HR

HR essentials: Simple ways for SMEs to avoid falling foul of Australia’s workplace laws

Australian workplace law and employee exploitation is a topic that has received a lot of media attention in recent months. From million-dollar corporates to local franchises, it is an all-too common area for slip-ups, regardless of the size of the business. We’ve seen this become a recurring issue that has plagued high-profile names like 7-Eleven […]

Ben Thompson · 2 min
Employment Legislation

Are you complying with the industry awards governing your employees?

Industry awards are often a cause for confusion among employers, and misinterpretation of the rules that can leave businesses vulnerable to penalties.

Lisa Spiden · 2 min
Franchising

Workplace regulator reaches out to franchises

The Fair Work Ombudsman is asking franchises to take part in its National Franchise Program (NFP), designed to improve compliance with workplace laws across their network.

Lorna Brett · 2 min
News

Qantas dispute heads to arbitration

Qantas and the three unions involved in industrial disputes have failed to reach a resolution after 21-days of talks, with Fair Work Australia (FWA) to now begin the binding arbitration process.

Lorna Brett · 2 min
Locked

Employers urged to heed minimum wage changes

Changes to the National Minimum Wage were implemented on 1 July, with Fair Work Australia urging all employers to ensure they’re across the new Awards.

Lorna Brett · 2 min
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Legal

One third of NSW businesses unaware of Fair Work Act

One third of NSW small businesses are unaware of the Fair Work Act that was introduced last year, even as the final effects of modern awards apply from the 1st of July.

David Olsen · 2 min