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Understanding Single Touch Payroll and closely held employees
With the expansion of Single Touch Payroll Phase 2 in Financial Year 2020, employers were required to expand their payroll reporting to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to include additional information. The aim of this was to reduce the reporting burden for...
Understanding workplace burnout
Workplace burnout is a pressing issue in contemporary professional environments, significantly impacting employees' physical and mental well-being. Recognised as a syndrome stemming from chronic workplace stress, burnout is characterised by feelings of exhaustion,...
Closing the Loopholes Bill and what it means for Christmas Casuals
As the holiday season is approaching many businesses in the retail and hospitality industries will be ramping up their casual workforce. Christmas casuals are typically hired for a short period of time during the peak season to cover the increase in demand, however,...
What is the difference between a closely held employee and a salary & wages employee?
It is essential to understand the distinction between closely held employees and salary and wages employees, especially in the context of Australia's Single Touch Payroll Phase 2 reporting requirements. Closely held employees, a term often employed in family...
Wellbeing and Work Health & Safety
Work health and safety (WHS) in Australia is a critical aspect of any business operation, with the primary goal of ensuring the physical and mental health of employees while preventing workplace accidents and injuries. While traditional WHS measures primarily focus on...
Undertaking workplace inspections
The safety and health of people at work, is the most important element of anything we do in business. But ensuring the health and well-being of employees is not just a moral obligation but a legal requirement under the Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations....
Preparing for Christmas Shutdowns: Changes to Modern Awards and what you need to know
As part of the four yearly review of modern awards, the Fair Work commission published a decision regarding shut downs back in December 2022. This decision has been in effect from 1st May this year, and brings about changes to shutdown periods that will impact many...
Mindful leadership and it’s role in work, health and safety
In today's fast-paced and demanding work environments, leaders play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of safety and well-being. Mindful leadership is a concept that has gained significant recognition in recent years, emphasising the importance of self-awareness,...
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