Will you end up paying double for casual employees?

Will you end up paying double for casual employees?

An important decision about casual employees was published this week, and it’s making everyone think twice about their casual employees. If you’re not careful, you will also end up paying double – first 25% casual loading, then statutory...
Do you really want to keep things ‘casual’?

Do you really want to keep things ‘casual’?

As social restrictions move down a notch or two, many employers planning for the reopening of their businesses are asking the question: “How can we reduce costs?” Many businesses that have not been actively trading for the last few months have bills piling up, so...
How to reduce working hours for employees

How to reduce working hours for employees

Employers can reduce their permanent employees’ hours of work in accordance with the relevant Modern Award, and with the employee’s consent. For information on Modern Awards, see the Fair Work Ombudsman Site here. If your employee does not agree to a reduction in...
How to deal with flexible working arrangements requests

How to deal with flexible working arrangements requests

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...
Mandatory policy requirements under whistleblower laws

Mandatory policy requirements under whistleblower laws

Whistleblower protections in the corporate sector have been bolstered by amendments designed to encourage the disclosure of corruption, fraud, tax evasion, and misconduct. Most notably for industrial relations practitioners, the amendments introduced mandatory...

Reviewing Workplace Policies and Procedures

It’s good practice to keep your workplace policies and procedures up to date, as legal requirements and your business change over time. Questions to consider: 1. When was the policy or procedure last reviewed and when is the next review date scheduled? The...