Volunteer Management in Australia: Navigating Responsibilities and Employment Rules Volunteers play an important role in the not for profit sector in Australia. They contribute their time, skills and experience to make a difference across a range of community setting, including churches, sporting clubs, government schools, charity and community organisations. Effectively and lawfully managing volunteers requires […]
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Avoid costly mistakes with worker classification In today’s evolving workforce, the distinction between casual employees and independent contractors is more important than ever. With flexible work arrangements on the rise and legal reforms reshaping employment definitions, businesses must clearly understand the differences between these two types of working relationships. Misclassification can lead to significant legal
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The Importance of Employment Agreements An employment agreement is a crucial document that outlines the terms and conditions of the employment relationship between an employer and an employee. It clearly defines the expectations of both parties, helping to prevent misunderstandings. This agreement provides legal protection by detailing the terms of employment, including applicable Award, Agreement
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What you need to know and best practice initiatives Understanding parental leave and your obligations as an employer is crucial. Having a good process in place to support your employees during periods of parental leave will go a long way towards demonstrating your commitment to best practice and being an employer of choice. Download our
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Calculating employee wages – Getting it right Calculating employee wages correctly involves several key steps to ensure compliance with legal requirements and fair compensation. Here’s a guide to help you through the process: https://youtu.be/j0qiTwo2NaA Determine the Pay Rate Hourly Employees: Multiply the number of hours worked by the hourly pay rate. Salaried Employees: Divide the
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Underestimating the impact of underpayments Underestimating the cost of underpayments can have significant and far-reaching consequences for businesses. Employers may be required to pay back wages to employees, which can accumulate to substantial amounts, especially if the underpayments have occurred over a long period. In addition to back payments, employers may face penalties and interest
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Importance of a quality induction program A new employee’s perception of their employer, role, manager, and colleagues is heavily influenced by their first experiences with the organisation. A well-structured induction program is key to ensuring these early impressions are positive and that your new employee transitions smoothly into the workplace. Induction programs are designed to
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Setting the pace As we near the end of another year and the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to start planning for what lies ahead and how your business will transition back to work. The new year offers a great opportunity to reset. When it’s time to shift from “holiday mode” to a
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Celebrate the silly season responsibly – What you need to know As the festive season approaches, our calendars are starting to fill up with exciting work parties and social gatherings, whether hosted by us or our clients. These celebrations are a wonderful way to recognise the hard work of your team, but they can also
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Understanding your obligations An employer’s authority to direct employees to take annual leave during a temporary shutdown will depend on the relevant provisions in the applicable modern award, enterprise agreement, or for employees without an award or agreement, the National Employment Standards. If you, like many employers, plan to temporarily close your operations over the
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