#Modern Awards
What obligations do SMEs owe employees?
Starting up and successfully running a small business can certainly be overwhelming at times and it is of the utmost importance that you get things right from the very beginning. Your employees are one of your greatest assets, vital in the growth and prosperity of your business. To make the most of this valuable resource […]
Business pushes to have annual leave cashed-out
Employer groups have pushed the Fair Work Commission to modify the award system allowing more employees to cash out their annual leave by agreement.
SME’s to bear brunt of minimum wage rise
The industrial umpire has increased the minimum wage 3 per cent, lifting it from $622.20 a week to $640.90 as of July 1. The ruling by the Fair Work Commission will directly affect over 1.5 million employees currently on modern awards and the national minimum wage. Fair Work Commission President, Justice Iain Ross, delivered […]
Are you ready for the new pay rates?
The Annual Wage Review decision increased minimum wages by 2.6 per cent from the first full pay period on, or after, 1 July – are you ready?
New awards system leaves ignorant employers exposed
Many employers remain unaware of their new awards obligations to employees under the Fair Work Act, and in doing so risk liability for back pay and penalties.