
Public Holidays for 2026
UPDATE: The NSW Government announced on 15 February 2026 that when Anzac Day falls on a weekend, an additional public holiday will apply on the following Monday for 2026 and 2027.
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UPDATE: The NSW Government announced on 15 February 2026 that when Anzac Day falls on a weekend, an additional public holiday will apply on the following Monday for 2026 and 2027.

From December 1, Victorian employers will be working under a new set of rules that treat psychological health the same way as physical safety. The updated Occupational Health and Safety (Psychological Health) Regulations mean employers must now actively identify, manage and review psychosocial risks in their workplaces, not just respond when something goes wrong.

Performance and development reviews are a key element in helping your employees grow and succeed in their roles. Regular, well-structured reviews provide the perfect opportunity to guide your team, align their goals with the company’s vision, and foster a culture of feedback. Done correctly, performance reviews are a vital tool in driving both individual and organisational success.

February 2025 marks six months since the August 2024 changes to casual employment laws under the Fair Work Act, which introduced stricter requirements for providing the Casual Employment Information Statement (CEIS).

In our series on managing workplace misconduct, we break down the steps in an investigation to provide practical tips and best practice guidance to help you identify, manage and resolve workplace issues in a fair and reasonable manner that minimises your risk exposure. In this article, we explore the importance of desktop assessments.

Starting in 2025, significant changes to modern awards will impact several industries. These changes will begin in January and April 2025, with key updates reshaping how roles are defined and compensated.

Redundancy can occur when an employer either doesn’t need an employee’s job to be done by anyone, or the employer becomes insolvent or bankrupt.

Well people, we are here. Not sure how we got here, but we did. December 2024.

The Christmas and New Year period can significantly impact business operations for organisations across Australia. Some businesses may become significantly busier to keep up with demand, whilst others may be shutting down. With the festive season approaching there are important employee entitlements that you should now be planning for.

The Festive Season is just around the corner and many businesses are now looking to recruit their seasonal workforce.
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