What is happening in the world of HR for small businesses? New Criminal Underpayment Laws As of 1 January 2025, new criminal underpayment laws came into force. It is now a criminal offence to intentionally underpay the wages or entitlements…
Psychosocial risks and hazards are becoming an increasingly critical focus for organisations in Australia. Join our Principal HR Advisor and Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Frances Orr, as she explores psychosocial risks and hazards, how they manifest in the workplace,…
What is happening in the world of HR for small businesses? Strawberry Seed Christmas Closure Strawberry Seed will close over Christmas to give our team a much-needed break. We will be closed from the 21st of December 2024, returning to…
Our ‘101’ webinar series is designed to explore the nuts and bolts of managing employees in specific industries, allowing us to examine the details that matter. Please join our Principal HR Advisor, Helen Dodd, as she explains what hospitality businesses,…
Effective team communication is crucial for the success and productivity of any organisation. However, many employers only realise its importance when faced with challenges that could have been avoided with better communication strategies. Please join Imelda, HR Advisor at Strawberry…
What is happening in the world of HR for small businesses? New Fair Work changes are now live Changes to Casuals Changes to casual employment were introduced on 26th August 2024, and employers must be aware of them. They include…
Parental leave is a specific type of leave that has undergone several changes. Many employers only keep up to date once they are surprised by an employee’s announcement of happy news. Please join our Director, Carli Saw, as she addresses…
The 1st of July each year comes with an increase to the minimum wage and Award rates. We know these changes come with questions from employers, so this webinar is all about answering your queries and concerns, including: What the…
What is happening in the world of HR for small businesses? Minimum Wage Increase Announced for 2024/25 Today, the Fair Work Commission announced that the National Minimum Wage would increase by 3.75% from July 1, 2024. This increase will increase…
Upcoming Changes to Casual Employment A few changes to casual employment will be introduced on 26 August 2024 that employers need to be aware of. They include a new definition of casual employment, new guidelines around when to provide the…
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