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Addressing The Skills Shortage With 620,000 Untapped Workers

Research reveals that better utilising the skills of 620,000 underemployed migrant workers in Australia could add $70 billion to the economy over the next decade, creating 51,000 full-time jobs and boosting productivity in key sectors. This requires improved recognition of overseas qualifications and addressing systemic barriers.

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Calculating penalty rates for casuals

How do you calculate penalty rates if casual staff work overtime? Should the penalties be calculated at the ordinary hourly rate or the casual hourly rate (including the casual pay loading)?

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Can you extend a probation period?

If a business is unsure about employing a worker after a probation period, can it extend the probation period? Learn more about probation periods here.

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Dismissed Employee Was Not An Independent Contractor – Fwc

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has overturned an employer’s claim that because a worker was an independent contractor, her unfair dismissal case could not be heard. Read why the FWC decided in the worker’s favour.

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