Are pets allowed in a strata scheme? The ever evolving legal position and an update
Do you have the right to keep a pet in a strata scheme building? Until recently the Owners Corporation could ban it completely. But now they can…
Can an employee access all their entitlements when stood down?
Regulations introduced by State and Federal governments during the COVID-19 health crisis have resulted in many businesses ceasing to trade. Consequently, employees have been stood down without pay by their employers if they cannot usefully be employed because of a stoppage of work for which the employer cannot be held responsible. Staff suddenly without income […]
Thinking about standing down your employees?
The economic impacts triggered by the COVID-19 health crisis have had a devastating impact on businesses. Some of the regulations introduced by the federal and state government to contain COVID-19 have stifled economic activity and prevented many businesses from trading. What can an employer do in these circumstances? The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) allows […]
Are you paying above-Award wages? Does your employee know why?
If you’re paying an employee ‘above Award rates’ in lieu of certain entitlements under the Award (e.g. overtime, etc), you must make sure your employment contract specifies which Award entitlements are being discharged by this extra payment.