by Rhiannon Cosgrove | Nov 16, 2020 | Fair Work Compliance, Workplace
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently announced changes to the following modern awards that will come into effect from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 November 2020: the Educational Services (Teachers) Award 2020 [MA000077]; and the Children’s... 
by Rhiannon Cosgrove | Oct 21, 2020 | Coronavirus, Fair Work Compliance, Workplace
The Fair Work Commission has further extended the COVID-19 flexibility schedules in a number of modern awards.In particular, the flexibilities in the Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award and Clerks – Private Sector Award have been extended until 30 November 2020.... 
by Rhiannon Cosgrove | Sep 24, 2020 | Fair Work Compliance, Legal, Workplace
Most modern awards contain a ‘final/termination payment clause’ which outlines the employer’s obligations to pay outstanding wages and entitlements when the employment ends (this is usually 7 days after the termination date). The Fair Work Commission has... 
by Rhiannon Cosgrove | Sep 7, 2020 | Fair Work Compliance, Legal
This article outlines some recent changes to the Fair Work Information Statement as of September 2020. What is the Fair Work Information Statement? The Fair Work Information Statement (FWIS) provides employees with information relating to their conditions of... 
by Rhiannon Cosgrove | Jul 3, 2020 | Fair Work Compliance, Legal, Mining & Construction
The Fair Work Commission recently announced changes to the below three awards within the building and construction industry; Building and Construction General On-site Award 2010; Joinery and Building Trades Award 2010; Mobile Crane Hiring Award 2010. These... 