3 Examples of Fair Work Non-Compliance to Watch Out For in 2021
Every business owner knows that complying with the Australian Fair Work system is vital to their success. However, many business owners, either on purpose or due to a genuine misunderstanding, still fail to meet the requirements of the Fair Work Act 2009. These offences range from the underpayment of staff to the exploitation of migrant workers, […]
Understanding Franchisor Responsibilities in Australia
In recent years, there has been a number of workplace law amendments that affect franchisors. These amendments greatly influence the way in which a franchisor is legally liable for the actions of a franchisee. They serve as a guideline to help the Fair Work Ombudsman determine whether a franchisor is legally liable or not. If […]
JobKeeper 2.0: Who are Legacy Employers and What Can They Do?
With the extension of JobKeeper taking effect from 28 September through to March 2021, it’s important that employers are up to date with the latest eligibility requirements. For some employers, they may no longer be eligible for the JobKeeper payment scheme from September 28 onwards. However, depending on their circumstances, they may still be able […]
Casual Employees Included in ASIC Reporting
ASIC Calls for Employers to Include Casual Employee Entitlements in Reporting ASIC (Australian Securities & Investments Commission) has recently released an updated FAQ in regards to the impact of COVID-19 on financial reporting and audit matters. While there are many key takeaways for employers to consider, one that has garnered considerable attention is the focus […]
What You Need to Know About JobKeeper Extension
JobKeeper Extension (JobKeeper 2.0) On 21 July 2020, the Australian Government announced plans to extend the JobKeeper Payment. Originally legislated to end on 27 September 2020, the payment has been extended to 28 March 2021. Employee Eligibility From 3rd August the employee eligibility has changed allowing employers until 31 August 2020 to meet the wage condition […]
What the Outcome of the Mondelez Case Means For Your Business
On Thursday, 13 August 2020, the High Court made a landmark decision regarding the case between Mondelez Australia Pty Ltd and the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU). The dispute involved two employees at Mondelez’ Cadbury food manufacturing plant in Tasmania. In particular, the company’s method of calculating the accruing and taking of paid personal/carer’s leave. […]
Legislative Changes that effect Payroll 2020/21
The new financial year is quickly approaching and for many businesses that will mean changes will have to be made to their payroll to remain compliant with legislation. Following is a summary of key information any payroll professional requires to ensure compliance in the 2020/21 financial year: If you are unsure if your payroll is […]
What You Need to Know About the 2020 Minimum Wage Increase
Everything You Need to Know About the 2020-21 Minimum Wage Increase On 1 July 2020 the Australian minimum wage for 2020 to 2021 increased by 1.75% per cent to $19.84 per hour. This means a full-time employee will earn a minimum of $753.80 per week, an increase of $13 per week. However, unlike previous years, […]
How to Navigate Your Payroll During COVID-19
To support businesses and individuals impacted by COVID-19, a range of new measures have been introduced by the Australian Government, Fair Work Commission (FWC), and Australian Tax Office (ATO). These range from legislation changes and economic relief packages through to tax measures and employee entitlement changes. As a business owner or employer, you want to […]
How to Get the Most Out of the Superannuation Guarantee Amnesty
How to Get the Most Out the Superannuation Guarantee Amnesty (SGA) On 6 March 2020 the government introduced a Superannuation Guarantee Amnesty (SGA). The purpose of this amnesty is to give employers a chance to disclose and pay previously unpaid Super Guarantee Charges (SGCs), along with any nominal interest, which they owe to both past […]
