Community service leave explained
Under the National Employment Standards, an employee is entitled to be absent from employment when...
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Tag: Watt about the Workplace
Independent contractors – tips and traps
By Emma Watt Throughout the timber industry in Australia, many businesses use contractors. There...
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The double “disillusion” election and the construction industry
By the time you read this article it’s likely that almost the entire Australian electorate will be heartily sick of the federal election – but this is no ordinary election.
Read MoreDealing with serious workplace injuries
Industrial Relations consultant Emma Watt provides a guide to dealing with serious workplace injuries.
Read MoreLeave accrual and workers compensation
One question that comes up frequently is whether an employee who cannot work because they are on workers compensation still accrues leave entitlements.
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How can you prevent bullying in the workplace?
There is no doubt that bullying in the workplace can cause significant psychological injuries to employees
Read MoreMinimum wage rates increase across all modern awards
On 2 June 2015, a full bench of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) issued their 2015 minimum wages decision following the annual review.
Read MoreWhy have an enterprise agreement?
Agreements in the workplace have existed for many years, often co-existing with the underpinning award that applies to the work being done.
Read MoreWhen work dries up: redundancy processes and what they mean
When work dries up: redundancy processes and what they mean
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Individual flexibility arrangements: a ‘how-to’ guide
When you employ someone to perform work that is covered by a modern award, you will often negotiate a higher hourly rate than the relevant award minimum. In many cases, the ‘going rate’ for a particular job is significantly higher than the ‘award rate’.
Read MoreProductivity Commission comments on Workplace Relations Framework
When the Productivity Commission released the draft report into the Workplace Relations Framework in early August, the mainstream media focused on the recommendation that Sunday penalty rates for retail and hospitality awards be aligned with Saturday rates. But what else was in there that could affect your business?
Read MorePoints to remember for an effective recruitment process
Recruitment done well can enhance the business, but recruitment done badly can sow the seeds of trouble for the future. What are the key considerations when recruiting new staff?
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