Award interpretation in Australia.

Award interpretation in Australia. In Australia, awards refer to legally binding documents that outline the minimum terms and conditions of employment for workers in a particular industry or occupation. These awards are created and maintained by the Fair Work Commission, which is the national workplace relations tribunal. Awards set out various entitlements, such as minimum […]

How ignoring HR is damaging your business

When the acronym HR gets floated around, it is often associated with negativity, too much hustle or just a compliance burden. However, the reality is that HR is such a vital function in any business regardless of the size.

The importance of HR compliance

HR polices need to be up to date, and tailored to suit the needs of your company so you can ensure that people clearly understand the behaviours required from all employees.

Stand Down FAQ’s

A statutory right to stand down an employee without pay is provided by the Fair Work Act. No modern award provides for a stand down, although an enterprise agreement or contract of employment