Welcome Back to Another HR Alert! As we approach 2025, it’s a good time to ensure your business’s “house” is in order, especially regarding workplace policies. Over the past two years, Fair Work changes have made it essential for businesses to keep their policies up to date to comply with evolving laws and manage risk effectively. While updating policies may not be...
Read MoreWelcome Back to Another HR Alert: 4 Legislative Changes To Be Across In 2024 1. NEW WAGE THEFT LAWS By January 1, 2025, employers may be subject to fines of up to $7.8 million and a maximum of 10 years in prison for intentionally paying wages below the required amount. The upcoming law will also address instances of inadequate superannuation payments....
Read MoreWelcome 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...
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...
Read MoreWe’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...
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