New model terms for enterprise agreements: what employers need to know

Here, our experts explain these new model terms and the requirement for them to be included in all new enterprise agreements.

Casual conversion explained

The passing of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024 has introduced a new, streamlined pathway to permanent employment called the Employee Choice Pathway. In this …

4 best-practice tips to employee offboarding

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Regardless of who decides to terminate the employment, having offboarding best practices means you can create an experience that helps employees leave on good terms.

Probation vs. full-time: are the entitlements the same for both employees?

When it comes to entitlements, do employees within their probationary period get the same entitlements as full-time workers?

AI at work: balancing benefits and challenges in the modern workplace

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How should businesses leverage AI to future-proof their operations and set themselves up for success in an increasingly digitally reliant labour force?

A guide to succession and workforce planning

In today’s fast-paced business world, planning ahead isn’t just a good idea, it’s essential for survival. But what do these terms mean for your organisation?

Employer’s guide to public holidays: Easter, school holidays and Anzac Day

With Easter and school holidays coming up, employers must understand what public holiday pay is and how to calculate it accurately.

Weathering the storm: employer’s guide to handling cyclonic disruptions

Alongside safeguarding property, employers must address the legal obligations involved in managing their workforce during severe weather events.

#AccelerateAction this International Women’s Day

Saturday, 8 March 2025, marks International Women’s Day, and this year’s theme is #AccelerateAction.

Rethinking termination within the minimum employment period

A recent case reminds employers that despite being in the minimum qualifying period for termination, employees have access to other protections.