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Posted: 29th May 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR
In today’s employment environment of fixed-term contacts, the gig economy and job hopping, Long Service Leave is something many of us have little real understanding of. But it’s an employer obligation under the National Employment Standards (NES) so let’s check it out. Read More
Posted: 21st May 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, Legal Mumbo Jumbo
Hi Bare Bones. I have an employee who is not performing and I’m considering my options on the best way to deal with this. I’ve heard the term “general protections” and I'm seeking some information on what this actually means. Can you help? Read More
Posted: 14th May 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR
Employers recognise casual employment offers the flexibility to increase staffing levels to cover peak periods whilst affording options when things aren’t so busy. But what exactly defines “casual”? And are there any risks to your business in having a long term casual employee? Read More
Posted: 7th May 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, News
The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched a tool offering members of the community the opportunity to provide anonymous information on unlawful practices in workplaces across Australia. Read More
Posted: 26th April 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, News
On 11 April, The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) announced an audit of 1000 businesses across Australia as part of a new campaign to ensure employers are complying with workplace obligations. Read More
Posted: 9th April 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR
As part of its four-yearly review of modern awards, The Fair Work Commission has ruled that over 2 million Australian workers will now be able to access five days of unpaid domestic violence leave a year. Read More
Posted: 2nd April 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, Legal Mumbo Jumbo
I sat in on a digital marketing information session recently. I knew very little about this topic when I walked in and, as the session continued, I began to see real value in adopting a digital marketing strategy for my own business. But as informative as this session was, I walked out without knowing where to start. And that got me thinking…. Read More
Posted: 27th March 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, News
With the Easter break upon us and Anzac Day a few weeks later, let’s take a quick look at Public Holidays to ensure you have your employer obligations covered. Read More
Posted: 15th March 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, Legal Mumbo Jumbo
Hi Bare Bones, we have just dismissed an employee for serious misconduct. Do we need to keep any specific records of employees who we fire? Yours, Mr X. Read More
Posted: 8th March 2018
Posted in: Bones Blog, Fair Work Commission, General HR, News
Workplace gender equality and your business: what you need to know and where to start. Read More
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