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Eye contact – myth or fact?
Eye contact improves trust, and builds connections. But does it? We’re going to share our thoughts and knowledge on this subject to help you have better conversations and remove any unconscious bias so you can create a truly inclusive culture.
New rules for fixed term contracts – what you need to know Part 3
In case you missed in, as part of the Australian Government’s Secure Jobs, Better Pay workplace law changes, rules about using fixed term contracts changed on 6 December 2023. What has changed:
New rules for fixed term contracts – what you need to know Part 2
As part of the Australian Government’s Secure Jobs, Better Pay workplace law changes, rules about using fixed term contracts changed on 6 December 2023.
New rules for fixed term contracts – what you need to know Part 1
Important changes about using fixed term contracts are due on 6 December 2023 as part of the Australian Government’s Secure Jobs, Better Pay workplace law changes.
Visa update – expanding employer sponsored pathways to permanent residence
Amendments to migration legislation effecting changes to provide access to permanent residency for an expanded cohort of Subclass 482 holders have now been released. These amendments commenced on 25 November 2023.
New rules for fixed term contracts
From 6 December 2023, new rules apply to the use of fixed term contracts. An employee on a fixed term contract is employed for a specific period.
New hearing test requirements for NSW workers
From 1 January 2024 if your business requires workers to frequently use hearing protection as a control measure for noise that exceeds the exposure standard, you must provide hearing tests for workers. The person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) must organise and pay for the hearing test.
Change to Labour Market Testing – New Requirement For A ‘Continuous Period’ Of Advertising
The Department of Home Affairs has recently announced a change to the policy for LMT. Previously, employers were allowed to conduct LMT over non-consecutive periods to reach the 28-day requirement. For instance, employers could post job advertisements for 14 days and then, after a few days, lodge another round of job advertisements for 14 days to bring them to 28 days in total.
How to avoid your Christmas party going HaYwire
We’re certainly on our way towards Christmas! If you haven’t done so already, it’s time to start planning the end of year work party. Teams are always keen to get festive and social with their colleagues, it’s a great way to have a lot of fun with the people you have worked hard with all year long…. But what if it all goes hAyWiRe and you are left with an awkward situation to manage?? What to do?? As an employer there are steps you can take to minimise any impact on your business and ensure everyone experiences a safe environment.
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