The annual announcement by the Fair Work Commission (FWC) regarding the annual Minimum Wage Review has just been handed down. Let’s not hold you in suspense…. This year, the FWC determined that both Modern Awards and the National Minimum Wage would be increased by 3.5% effective from 1 July 2025. In reaching this decision, the […]

From January 1, 2025, Australia implemented new criminal wages theft legislation under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023. The legislation makes it a crime to intentionally underpay an employee. Even though most employers are committed to doing the right thing, these changes mirror the government's zero-tolerance policy towards deliberate exploitation of wages—and […]

Burnout isn’t just something that happens in big corporates or high-pressure industries — it’s becoming increasingly common in small and mid-sized businesses too. When you’re running lean and everyone’s wearing multiple hats, it’s easy for stress to build up and for burnout to go unnoticed. As business owners and leaders, it’s critical to recognise the […]

Retirement might feel like a distant concept when you're knee-deep in work priorities and still paying school fees, but for a growing part of your workforce, it’s right around the corner. And here’s the thing: it’s a big transition for both the employee and your business. Handled well, supporting employees towards retirement can strengthen your […]

Recent Victorian Supreme Court decisions have significantly broadened the scope of portable long service leave (PLSL) obligations in the state - impacting employers across a wide range of industries: you may now be required to contribute to a portable leave scheme, even if you’re not traditionally considered part of the construction sector. What is portable […]