The top 5 workplace trends of 2024
The key workplace trends for 2024 are all related to putting your employees first in your workplace. Find out how to develop a people-centric workplace culture.
06May
06May
Wellbeing: It’s not just a buzz word
Wellbeing is much more than a buzzword – it’s an integral part of the employee experience. Find out how you can invest in your employee's wellbeing.
20Mar
Right to disconnect legislation: What you need to know
Last month, the Australian Senate passed new legislation to give employees the “right to disconnect” when they are not working. Find out what this means as an employer.
07Feb
New gender pay gap reporting: What this means for employers
From 27 February 2024, the details of gender pay gaps in individual businesses across Australia will be published by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) with the aim to accelerate change for workplace gender equality.
06Dec
Work Christmas parties: Navigating your responsibilities as an employer
As an employer, it’s crucial that you’re aware of your responsibilities when holding a Christmas party for your employees and minimise any potential risks that may arise.
30Oct
Why standardised frameworks, processes and procedures in HR matter
Despite being a critical part of any business, HR departments are notoriously stretched pretty thin. And with a raft of changes to the Fair Work Act over the past year, the workload continues to grow. This is why standardising repeatable HR frameworks, processes and procedures is more important than ever before....
21Sep
Changes to the parental leave scheme
On 1 July 2023, a number of changes made to the paid parental leave scheme came into effect, making the payments more accessible and gender neutral.
21Sep
Using AI for HR: Striking a balance between technology and human expertise
When using AI for HR, how do you strike a balance between automation and human interaction, and still provide a personal touch to sensitive and nuanced issues?
18Jul
Have you considered a stay interview with your people?
Exit interviews have become an ingrained part of the human resources process, but have you considered conducting a stay interview with your employees? While exit interviews have their place in helping to understand why a specific employee is leaving, introducing stay interviews may well mean you’ll be holding a lot...
08Jun
The Fair Work changes to flexible work arrangements you should know about – effective 6 June 2023
Fair Work has expanded the circumstances when an employee can request flexible work arrangements and now require employers to formally respond to such requests.
08Jun
8 low-cost ways you can drive employee engagement right now
In a climate where attracting and retaining top talent is harder than ever, businesses that prioritise employee engagement are sure to reap the rewards.
08Jun
Considering big changes to your business? Here’s why you need to consult with your employees
When you’re planning significant business changes it’s essential to consult with your employees. We explore the three steps of a genuine consultation process.
08Jun
What the new Fair Work shutdown provision changes mean for your business
As of 1 May 2023, the Fair Work Commission has made significant changes regarding an employer’s right to direct employees to take leave during a temporary shutdown.
30Jan
2023 brings significant changes sexual harassment and discrimination legislation – are you ready?
Safe Work Australia reports that one in three people (33%) have experienced sexual harassment at work in the last five years. New legislation related to sexual harassment and discrimination in 2023.In late 2022, two significant changes to legislation were passed with regards to sexual harassment and discrimination. Both will impact...
28Jan
Secure Jobs, Better Pay 2022: changes to AU workplace laws you need to be aware of
The Australian Government has passed the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022. This legislation amends the Fair Work Act to change a number of existing rules and introduces a range of new workplace laws across 2022 and 2023. Importantly, for business, some initial changes came into effect...
