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The key to a successful business is having engaged employees who genuinely care about the organisation, which means that a strong culture of internal reporting – or whistleblowing – is crucial. Not only is it mandatory for some businesses to have...
Supervisors play a vital role in the success of any business. Their presence is crucial for making sure activities run smoothly, employees are performing their duties effectively, and team performance is at its optimum. Supervisors are at the front line of...
Flexible working arrangements are the new norm. Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdowns and isolation requirements, businesses changed the way they functioned in order to remain operational. The most significant outcome was the shift to working from home for many employees,...
The holiday season is meant to be all things merry and bright, but this time of year can also bring with it many hardships for hardworking employees. From balancing work duties with holiday events, taking time off and coming back to...
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has recovered more than $532 million in back-paid wages and entitlements for 384,805 employees in 2021-22. This is three times higher than the recovery in 2020-21 and more than four times higher than that of 2019-20....
On 27 October 2022, a new National Employment Standard (NES) was passed through Australian parliament which entitles all employees to 10 days paid family and domestic violence (FDV) leave per year. This replaces the current entitlement of 5 days unpaid FDV...
As the silly season approaches, many businesses will be in the throes of planning end of year functions for employees as a reward for all of the hard work throughout the year. It’s a time where teams of dedicated colleagues have...
The holiday season is just around the corner and business owners will soon be planning the Christmas and New Year working arrangements for their businesses, if they haven’t already done so. For businesses that plan on closing down for any period...
Employment screening during the recruitment process can be a lengthy undertaking. From skills testing and contacting referees, to confirming the validity of licences and qualifications, these types of checks are an essential part of pre-employment. Choosing who to employ is an...
With the warm summer months fast approaching, it’s vital that employers effectively manage the risks associated with working in heat in order to prevent employees from suffering from heat-related illness. Working in heat can be hazardous and can cause serious harm...