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04.08.2022
Plain language updates to Fast Food Award
The Fast Food Award has been rewritten using plain language by the Fair Work Commission (FWC). This is to make it easier to understand and use. Award changes As a result of this review, FWC have also made some changes to the award. These changes apply ...
31.07.2022
Fair Work to probe $700k underpayment to disability workers by Li-Ve Tasmania
A Tasmanian disability services provider has committed to repaying staff members after discovering it had underpaid them for years, resulting in around $700,000 being owed. The amount owed is still being calculated, but chief executive Darren Mathewson ...
31.07.2022
Domestic violence leave bill introduced to Parliament
Family and domestic violence survivors could soon have access to paid leave entitlements after the federal government introduced legislation to address the issue. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said domestic violence was a “stain on the national soul” ...
31.07.2022
Common STP Phase 2 reporting questions and mistakes
The ATO has outlined some common questions and mistakes to help employers report accurately through Single Touch Payroll (STP) Phase 2. Setting up your pay codes or categories When you’re setting up for STP Phase 2 reporting, you’ll usually need to ...
24.07.2022
“Work from home” was the top search term on SEEK in the June quarter
Job hunters in years gone by may have used search terms like “baker”, “accountant”, or “dentist” while chasing a new position online. Now, the top keyword on employment portal SEEK is “work from home”, highlighting how essential remote work allowances ...
24.07.2022
Ombudsman or Commission – what’s the Fair Work difference?
We regularly have conversations with members, students and clients about the Fair Work Commission and the Fair Work Ombudsman. It’s become apparent that the two are often confused, so here’s the scoop! The Difference between Ombudsman or Commission While ...
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