When can casuals claim annual leave

When can casuals claim annual leave

by | Jun 29, 2020

If you are one of the multitude of casual workers in Australia who are rostered in advance and have regular shifts, the Federal Circuit Court has just ruled you could be entitled to annual leave, sick leave and other entitlements. The decision The decision of WorkPac...
Can an employee access all their entitlements when stood down?

Can an employee access all their entitlements when stood down?

by | May 27, 2020

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...
How to deal with flexible working arrangements requests

How to deal with flexible working arrangements requests

by | Jan 24, 2020

Flexible working arrangements have been a source of discontent in some workplaces since the introduction of the Fair Work Act in 2009. At issue have been the extension of flexibility for family reasons to fathers as well as mothers, and possible disruptions to the...
Do These Employment Law Updates Affect You?

Do These Employment Law Updates Affect You?

by | Jul 24, 2019

With the ever-changing terrain surrounding Australian businesses and their specific industries, employers and employees should be aware of recent Employment Law updates that have been made effective in the new financial year. These changes include increased salary...
Do You Work Under The Banking And Finance Award?

Do You Work Under The Banking And Finance Award?

by | Jul 3, 2019

Get help understanding the banking and finance award system, how the high income threshold can affect you, and whether a redundancy is legitimate. Are you covered by an award? Modern awards have been imposed by the Fair Work Commission and are present to ensure an...
What You Need To Know About Work Leave

What You Need To Know About Work Leave

by | Jun 8, 2019

Under the National Employment Standards (NES), full-time and part-time employees are entitled to take work leave for a number of different reasons. Annual leave Annual leave, also commonly referred to as ‘holiday pay’, allows workers to take time off while being paid....