From 6 March 2023, the Fair Work Act 2009 was amended to introduce a new prohibition on protection from sexual harassment in the workplace. In short, the Act
This month’s ER/IR Update focuses on two significant Fair Work developments with practical implications for employers. We unpack a recent Federal Court decision involving part‑time employees that highlights common compliance risks around contracts, rostering and pay practices, as well as the new Road Transport Contractual Chain Order introducing mandatory fuel cost recovery obligations. We also flag a separate blog post examining a $90,000 sexual harassment case that serves as an important reminder for small businesses.
Payday Super means instead of superannuation guarantee (SG) contributions being paid quarterly, they must be paid at the same time as wages. Every time you run payroll, the related super must also be paid so it reaches the employee’s super fund within seven calendar days of payday.
As we get into 2026, we wanted to remind you of an obligation that’s easy to miss once onboarding is complete – issuing and reissuing the Casual Employment Information Statement (CEIS).
Australia has taken an important step for grieving families with the introduction of Priya’s Law, an amendment to the Fair Work Act 2009, which applies from 7th November 2025. The law ensures that parents who experience a stillbirth or the death of a newborn are protected if they have approved paid parental leave (outside of the Services Australia funded leave). Previously, some employers could revoke leave in these tragic circumstances.
Here we are – November 2025! It’s hard to believe how quickly the year has flown by.
As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to plan for your employees over Christmas and New Year. Managing public holidays, shutdown periods, and employee entitlements can feel tricky, especially when it comes to setting the right dates, understanding annual leave loading, and handling requests for employees to work on public holidays.
The festive season is fast approaching, and now is the time to plan your seasonal workforce. Casual employees provide flexibility to meet increased demand without committing to ongoing employment. While casuals are ideal for seasonal roles, employers must follow Fair Work rules, modern awards, and state or territory laws to ensure compliance. Proper contracts, clear expectations, accurate pay, and safety training are essential to avoid disputes and keep your business running smoothly.
A number of legal and policy changes are coming into effect over the next few months. To help you stay informed and ahead of the curve, we’ve summarised key developments below.
New minimum pay rates take effect from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2025. This means the new rates do not apply from 1 July itself unless your pay period starts on that date.
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