Welcome Back to Another HR Alert: The Right To Disconnect The ‘Right to Disconnect‘ has recently been a hot topic in the media as part of Australia’s new ‘Closing Loopholes’ laws, causing concern. We at Howardco understand that such discussions can lead to unnecessary stress, and as your trusted partners, we’re here to...
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Access to credible and timely information is not just important—it’s one of the pillars of business success. It empowers leaders like you to make decisions that drive growth, respond effectively to market demands, and drive strategies across all functions, from operations to HR. But let’s face it, having information alone isn’t enough. How that...
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Are you having trouble keeping your best employees engaged in today’s volatile employment environment? Are you looking for ways to attract and keep talented people who can help grow your business? In our recent webinar, Lauren Ayers and I provided our key tips for SMEs to stay on top of the retention challenge in 2024. Missed the live session? Watch the...
Read MoreWelcome Back to Another HR Alert: The Gender Pay Gap Bill The Closing the Gender Pay Gap Bill was successfully passed in March 2023, mandating certain Australian employers to disclose the extent of pay disparity within their companies to the public annually. WHO DOES THIS APPLY TO? These changes apply to businesses with 100+ employees. Businesses with...
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We’ve reached December, and we are gearing up to wind down after a challenging year. It’s time to hang up our coats and bid farewell to 2023. But before we officially say goodbye, HR has a checklist to go through, to ensure everything’s in order for a fresh start in 2024. Take a look at the AHRI-inspired infographic for the essential things to...
Read MoreWelcome Back to Another HR Alert: The Closing the Loopholes Bill The government introduced the Closing Loopholes Bill on 4 September 2023; the Bill aims to close pay and working conditions loopholes. It suggests tougher penalties, including imprisonment, for intentional underpayments. If the legislation passes, gig workers could gain enhanced protections and...
Read MoreWelcome Back to Another HR Alert: Unveiling Psychosocial Hazards Psychosocial hazards have been at the forefront of everyone’s minds this year with the changing landscape of work and the new guidelines that came into effect for most States and territories. Here are 6 common Psychosocial Hazards to look out for: Poor Support: Neglecting...
Read More2023 has ushered in significant changes in the Industrial Relations and Human Resource spaces, creating an overwhelming environment. To help you stay updated, we are breaking down our HR Alerts into 3 focused parts, delivered weekly: Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) – New enforcement and Investigative powers. Starting from 12 December 2023, the AHRC is set...
Read MoreWe wanted to bring to your attention the ongoing discussions about casual employment in the media. You might have heard about the proposed changes in this area by the Federal Government as part of their upcoming industrial reforms. What is Casual Employment? Casual employment involves job offers without a firm commitment to ongoing work or set hours....
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Out With The Old, In With The New! Just like the vibrant scene above, we often kickstart the year by envisioning our aspirations and future successes. Meet Emma, our main character in this story, a dedicated SME manager who may seem like a familiar face in your pursuit of objectives. To kick off the year, Emma starts laying out her team’s grand...
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