by David | Jun 6, 2024 | Business
On Monday, 3 June 2024, the Fair Work Commission announced its decision on the annual wage review. Effective 1 July 2024, the National Minimum Wage will increase by 3.75%, rising to $24.10 per hour and $915.84 per week for a 38-hour week. This increase will also apply...
by David | May 15, 2024 | Business
Overview of Annualised Salaries and Set-off Clauses Annualised salaries may offer a streamlined way to cover all minimum entitlements, such as penalties and overtime. This method reduces the short-term administrative burden of fortnightly payroll but requires careful...
by David | Mar 26, 2024 | Business
The Federal Government’s “Closing the Loopholes” legislation has taken a significant step by criminalising employers’ intentional underpayment of wages. Starting from January 2025, employers will be committing an offence if they intentionally...
by David | Jan 23, 2024 | Business
As we enter the new year, it’s evident that significant shifts in Australian employment law have set the stage for a dynamic landscape in 2024, with no signs of slowing down. The “Closing the Loopholes” legislation, currently before parliament, adds an extra layer of...
by David | Sep 28, 2023 | Business
In 2022 and 2023, the Federal Government introduced the Secure Jobs, Better Pay legislation. This legislation paved the way for substantial changes within Australian workplaces. However, there is more to come with the Closing Loopholes Bill proposed to amend the Fair...
