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For people who’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19, how long will immunity last? Will we need booster shots to protect against infection in the future? And if so, when?

The Fair Work Commission has announced a 3.75% increase in the national minimum and award wages, raising the minimum wage to $24.10 per hour, effective July 1, 2024. While this aims to alleviate cost-of-living pressures, it has raised concerns among retailers about potential impacts on business sustainability.

Many people see commuting as "dead time," but one company recognises the effort employees put into daily commuting by offering additional annual leave as a way to say "thank you".

When a manager thought a casual worker had blocked his text, he removed him from the roster program and group chat. Read why the FWC dismissed the employer’s objections to the worker’s unfair dismissal claim.

Parental leave should be a happy time for new mums and dads. But it can quickly become a nightmare for employers and their staff without a proper policy in place. 

When the pandemic broke out early this year, we saw small businesses across the country shutting down amid the spreading coronavirus pandemic. It’s forever changed the way we do business – and chances are it will also impact the success of a business launch. So, the question is, should you start a business during this time? What are some of the things to consider in the ‘new normal’?

As many readers may have guessed, there is not a clear yes or no answer to this question. Whilst the Federal Government is encouraging all members of the community to get vaccinated, receiving the jab is voluntary and appears highly likely to remain that way in Australia.

Changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 and ATO guidelines effective August 26, 2024, require businesses to reassess contractor arrangements to ensure compliance and understand new employee definitions and superannuation entitlements.

There are significant changes to casual employment that every employer should be aware of.

The Australian government has invested billions of dollars to secure COVID-19 vaccines for the Australian population. With the exception of residential aged care and certain employer-led mandates such as Qantas, being vaccinated is voluntary and not everyone is a suitable recipient. The government is making it free for all Australians and aims to have as many people as possible vaccinated.