by Bronwen Kaspers | Oct 15, 2019 | Human Resources
There’s a lot of talk and focus on diversity and inclusion in the workplace but, we often overlook the acts of discrimination that unconsciously occur during the hiring process. HR and recruitment teams are becoming more aware of these risks and are putting checks in...
by Ruth Bourke | Oct 1, 2019 | Human Resources, Payroll, Workplace
With the October long weekend coming up in several states, we answer the common questions that arise in the workplace regarding public holidays including pay, leave & entitlements. Five common questions about public holidays When are some upcoming public...
by Ruth Bourke | Sep 27, 2019 | Human Resources, Legal, Retail
General Retail Industry Award Penalty Rate changes Employers in the retail industry are soon to be impacted by the next phase of increases to the Saturday & evening penalty rates for casual employees. Back in September 2018, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) handed...
by Bronwen Kaspers | Sep 16, 2019 | Human Resources, Workplace
With just a few months until Christmas, companies are starting to prepare to celebrate the end of yet another year. Office parties are all about happiness and excitement, but those planning it all in the background may feel trepidation about the pressure to make...
by Annie Cross | Sep 13, 2019 | Human Resources, Industries, Legal, Services
Victorian businesses: Do you need to register with the Portable Long Service Leave Authority? In September 2018, the Victorian government passed the Long Service Benefits Portability Act 2018 (‘the Act’) which introduced the entitlement to ‘portable long service...
by Bronwen Kaspers | Sep 10, 2019 | Human Resources, Services, Workplace
One of the most challenging aspects of developing and growing your team is hiring the right people at the right time. Luckily, there are simple ways to navigate those decisions. Here are three of our hiring hacks that will help you identify the right time to hire,...
