Casual employees play a vital role in Australia’s workforce, offering flexibility for both employers and workers. Under the Fair Work Act, a person is considered a casual employee if there is no firm advance commitment to ongoing work. This means the employer can offer work as needed, and the employee can choose to accept or […]
On August 26th, the right to disconnect laws come into effect for Australian small businesses (less than employees). These laws have already been operating for a year for the majority of Australian employees. The law aims to protect employees from being expected to work unpaid overtime and to improve work-life balance. It means employees can […]
Two very important changes took effect on 1st July 2025. National Minimum Wage Increase In June the Fair Work Commission decided: These changes were effective from the first full pay period on or after 1st July 2025. The Fair Work Ombudsman’s free Pay Calculator is available for checking the new rates. Super Guarantee The super […]