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12.04.2024
Superannuation rules updated in awards
Awards have been updated to reflect superannuation as an entitlement under the National Employment Standards (NES). The Fair Work Commission (the Commission) has updated the rules about superannuation in 147 awards. The Commission is the national ...
07.04.2024
Maximising you payroll career
To pave a prosperous career in payroll, professionals should embark on a journey of continuous learning and development. The ever evolving nature of payroll demands not just an in depth understanding of current practices but also a forward thinking ...
07.04.2024
IAG back-pays workers $37 million
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) says Insurance Australia Group (IAG) has back-paid more than 19,000 workers $21 million owed under federal workplace laws. A further $16 million was back-paid for long service leave entitlements. An FWO media release said ...
28.03.2024
End of daylight savings
Daylight saving time will end on Sunday 7 April 2024. Clocks go back one hour at 3am to 2am in: Australian Capital Territory New South Wales South Australia Tasmania Victoria. Daylight saving doesn’t apply in all states and territories. There is no ...
26.03.2024
Payroll officer spent stolen cash on Candy Crush
A woman who defrauded her mushroom farm employer of more than $1 million, spending $180,000 on the mobile game Candy Crush, has pleaded guilty to theft and had her bail revoked. Allison Simmons pleaded guilty to seven charges of theft after swindling ...
22.03.2024
Easter Public Holidays across Australia in 2024
Easter, a time of reflection and celebration for many, also brings with it a patchwork of public holidays across Australia. These holidays, varying from state to state, can pose a unique challenge for businesses and payroll departments nationwide. As we ...
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