HR Articles | HR Consulting Tasmania

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Unfair Dismissal: Evidence is CRUCIAL

Fair Work reminds us: keeping evidence is key in unfair dismissal cases. Case Overview Unfair Dismissal Claim Allegation Piacentini &...

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Casual Conversion: What Are The Rules?

Casual employees can move to full-time or part-time employment after mutual agreement with their employer. Under the NES (National...

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Probation Periods: What You Should Know

What is it? A probation period is a defined length of time during which the employer and the employee can assess whether the new...

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Changes to Unpaid Parental Leave

Starting July 1, 2023, the Fair Work Act made a significant change to employee's entitlements, aligning with updates to the Paid Parental...

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🚨 New Legislation: Employees ‘Right’ to ‘Disconnect’

Employees will soon gain the 'right to disconnect'. This means they'll be able to refuse after-hours contact from their employer. What...

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Fair Work Surprise Visit: Are You Ready?

Surprise visits from the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) in Tasmania have businesses on edge. Recently, one of the businesses I work with had...

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Fixed Term Contracts (FTC) - New Rules Coming on Dec 06

What is a Fixed Term Contract? A fixed-term contract (FTC) is a specific type of employment contract with a defined start and end date....

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What is Employee Absenteeism Really Costing Your Business?

I often hear from clients that managing absenteeism is one of the toughest challenges they face in maintaining a productive workforce....

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Psychosocial Hazards: What You Need To Know

Earlier this year, a new Code of Practice was introduced in Australia: Managing psychosocial hazards at work. Employers now have a...

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Say Goodbye to Pay Secrecy in Employment Contracts

Let's dive into the recent changes in employment regulations about pay secrecy. Understanding these shifts is vital for both employers and...

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6 Tips to Managing Poor Performance in the Workplace

Earlier this week, I facilitated a training session on "Managing Poor Performance & Misconduct" with a brilliant group of senior leaders...

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Recent legal changes all Australian businesses need to know

We just started a new financial year, so now is a great time to ensure your business is compliant with Australian employment legislation....

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Understanding Leave Entitlements in Australia

As a business owner in Australia, managing employee leave effectively is crucial for maintaining a productive and happy workforce....

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Top 6 policies all businesses should have

Why should you have policies in place, even if you only have a handful of staff? Policies provide clarity, consistency, and protection....

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My employee is constantly late. What should I do?

If someone is late once, it shouldn't be a big deal and get them in trouble. However, if they're frequently late, then it becomes a...

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Casual, Part-time, Full-time, Fixed Term - what is best for your business?

When it comes to building a successful business, one of the most crucial decisions you'll have to make is determining the type of...

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Why You Need Employment Contracts for Your Staff: A Must-Have for Business Owners

As a business owner, you know that building a successful company requires more than just a great product or service. It's the people...

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Are you paying the correct wages? 8 essential compliance tips

8 essential tips for complying with Australian employment legislation.