by Paulette | Sep 14, 2026 | Employment Law, Informational Snip bits, Legislation Updates
Non-Compete Clauses Are Being Banned, Are You Ready? If your business asks new staff to sign a non-compete clause, that clause now has a use by date. The federal government has released draft legislation to ban non-compete clauses for most Australian employees, with...
by Paulette | Jun 25, 2026 | HR Musings, Legislation Updates
Compensation cap rises to $95,050: what changes for your business on 1 July If you employ people in Australia, this Wednesday matters. From 1 July 2026, the maximum compensation for an unfair dismissal claim climbs to $95,050, the high-income threshold lifts to...
by Paulette | May 31, 2025 | 12 Basics of HR, Employment Relations, Fair Work Ombudsman News, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Informational Snip bits, Legislation Updates, New Laws New Risks, Small Business HR, Topics of Conversation
A new workplace law gives many employees the “right to disconnect” from work outside their normal hours. For small businesses (fewer than 15 employees), this change takes effect on 26 August 2025. In plain terms, your staff will have the right to ignore work-related...
by Paulette | Aug 1, 2024 | Award Provisions, Legislation Updates, Topics of Conversation
Casual Employment These changes start on 26 August 2024. Preparation is key! Contained within the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing the Loopholes) Bill 2023 (‘the Bill’) is the replacement of the existing definition of casual employee with a ‘fair and objective...
by Paulette | Jul 29, 2024 | Employee Termination Procedure, Informational Snip bits, Legislation Updates, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Redundancy is a challenging process for both employers and employees. It involves making tough decisions that significantly impact people’s lives. One crucial aspect of managing redundancies is the consultation process. This article explores the importance of...
by Paulette | Jul 19, 2024 | Award Provisions, Employing People, Legislation Updates
Understanding the New Employee Definition Under the Fair Work Act The Fair Work Act is changing. From 26 August 2024, there will be new definitions for “employee” and “employer.” This guide will help you understand these changes and what they...
by Paulette | Jul 17, 2024 | HR Expert, HR Solutions, Informational Snip bits, Legislation Updates
Understanding the ‘Closing the Loopholes No. 2 Act’ for Independent Contractors The ‘Closing Loopholes No. 2 Act’ has been enacted, with most provisions taking effect in 2024. These changes have significant implications for employers,...
by Paulette | Jul 13, 2024 | Award Provisions, Employing People, Legislation Updates
What Is Redundancy? Understanding Redundancy in Employment Redundancy occurs when an employer needs to reduce its workforce. This can happen for several reasons, such as business changes, economic downturns, or technological advancements. Redundancy is a critical...
by Paulette | Jul 12, 2024 | Award Provisions, Employing People, Legislation Updates
Understanding the New Employee Definition Under the Fair Work Act The Fair Work Act is changing. From 26 August 2024, there will be new definitions for “employee” and “employer.” This guide will help you understand these changes and what they...
by Paulette | Jul 5, 2024 | Award Provisions, Employing People, Legislation Updates
Understanding the New Employee Definition Under the Fair Work Act The Fair Work Act is changing. From 26 August 2024, there will be new definitions for “employee” and “employer.” This guide will help you understand these changes and what they...
by Paulette | Jun 28, 2024 | Award Provisions, Employing People, Legislation Updates
Understanding the New Employee Definition Under the Fair Work Act The Fair Work Act is changing. From 26 August 2024, there will be new definitions for “employee” and “employer.” This guide will help you understand these changes and what they...
by Paulette | Jun 26, 2024 | Award Provisions, Employing People, Legislation Updates
Understanding the New Employee Definition Under the Fair Work Act The Fair Work Act is changing. From 26 August 2024, there will be new definitions for “employee” and “employer.” This guide will help you understand these changes and what they...
by Paulette | Jun 4, 2024 | Fair Work Ombudsman News, Informational Snip bits, Legislation Updates, Payroll Compliance, Topics of Conversation
National Minimum Wage Increase: What Small Businesses Need to Know From July 1, 2024, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) has announced a 3.75% increase in the National Minimum Wage and award wages. This change will impact approximately 2.6 million Australian workers,...
by Paulette | Feb 22, 2024 | Legislation Updates
The only certain thing is change. And Australian businesses are currently feeling the true impact of this statement. On February 12, 2024, the Parliament approved the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Bill. This Bill implements further...
by Paulette | Jan 11, 2024 | Informational Snip bits, Legislation Updates, New Laws New Risks, Small business, Workplace Articles
Recent changes to the Fair Work Act There have been some recent changes to the Fair Work Act you should know about. These changes affect employee authorised deductions, superannuation in the National Employment Standards and the new Closing Loopholes laws. Employee...
by Paulette | Dec 2, 2023 | HR Consultant, Legislation Updates, Workplace Articles
Introduction to New Regulations Starting December 6, 2023, significant changes will be implemented regarding the engagement of employees on fixed-term contracts. Below is a guide for employers who have employees on fixed-term contracts = on what these changes entail...
