Tag: Citation HR

Sham contracting explained: when ‘independent’ isn’t really independent

The reality is that dealing with independent contractors is tricky, and the line between employees and contractors is often blurred.

Insubordination? Serious misconduct? Here’s how to navigate these challenges

It isn’t a failure of a business to have insubordinate employees, and most are content to come to work, take instructions, and follow company values and policies. 

3 common questions about sick leave answered

Your top sick leave and personal leave questions have been answered in this article.  

5 questions about vicarious liability, answered

Employers can be held liable for employee behaviour if it’s linked to the workplace, but does this mean they’re responsible for what the team does? Not quite!

Building your workplace culture? Start with employee benefits

As the workforce changes, so do the benefits that matter most. Explore strategies that boost employee retention and learn how benefits can improve culture.

The FWC has decided: minimum wage will increase by 3.5%

The Fair Work Commission’s Minimum Wage Panel has handed down its decision on the annual wage review.

Heard the term hyper-personalised employee experience? Let’s unpack it

Enter hyper-personalisation. A concept that focuses on tailoring roles, benefits, and environments to each employee isn’t just a trend. Let’s unpack it!

Law firm fined over $50k for a string of exploitative acts against a junior lawyer

A law firm has been fined over $50,000 after the Victorian Magistrates Court found it subjected a junior solicitor to unreasonable working hours.  

A $12k lesson in compliance for a Victorian-based business

A furniture delivery business based in Victoria’s Gippsland region has faced severe legal consequences for failing to meet its obligations under workplace laws.

What is the minimum wage in Australia?

So, what is the National Minimum wage, who decides what it should be, and how often does it increase?