The Federal Government is proposing to introduce a single national framework for labour hire regulation, which could be implemented in place of existing state and territory schemes in Queensland, Victoria, South Australia and the Australian Capital Territory. State Industrial Relations Ministers and the Federal Government, have established a working group of State and Federal government […]
Following the Annual Wage Review 2023, the Fair Work Commission has increased award minimum wages by 5.75%. The changes apply from the first pay period starting on or after 1 July 2023. The Superannuation Guarantee rate increases from 10.5% to 11% from 1 July 2023. SPAAL will provide members with new Award Pay Guides once […]
Tax time is right around the corner. If you’re not sure where to start, good news – the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) have shared a range of tips and resources to help make tax time simple. Understanding your deductions From union fees to protective equipment – the ATO’s tailored occupation guide for Security guards and […]
A pre-2010 agreement that continues to operate (a ‘zombie agreement’) will automatically terminate (or ‘sunset’) on 7 December 2023, unless before 7 December 2023 an application is made to the Commission to extend the default period for the agreement. Content Certain kinds of registered agreements that were made before 1 January 2010, continued to operate for […]
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has received an increase in notifications about employers not meeting super guarantee (SG) obligations. If employers fail to meet their SG obligations, pay late, don’t pay in full or allocate to the wrong super fund, the ATO can be notified by employees. The ATO reviews every employee notification (EN) received […]
New laws prohibiting sexual harassment in connection with work apply from 6 March 2023. These changes are part of the Australian Government’s Secure Jobs, Better Pay legislation that passed in December 2022. Workplace sexual harassment protections The changes mean: Read our expanded information We’ve expanded our website information and updated our resources in response to […]