Tag: HR Highlight

‘Reasonable measures’ failure leads to landmark prosecution

In a historic test of the vulnerable workers legislation that is likely to redefine what is ‘reasonable measures’, a franchisor is being prosecuted for the underpayments made by its franchisee. The case, which...

Theft at work: how to manage sticky fingered staff

It is a sad reality that many people will steal if presented with opportunity, access and the ability to justify their actions, with the most common form of justification coming as ‘it’s...

Managing the ‘sickie’

As the countdown to a shock one off public holiday to mourn the passing of the Queen runs down the question has been asked again and again…how do you manage staff taking...

ACAPMA releases 2022-2023 Employing Casuals Guide

As part of the ‘2022-2023 Employment Guides’ Pack, ACAPMA has released the ‘Employing Casuals Guide.’ This detailed Guide outlines the interaction between the Fair Work Act and National Employment Standards and the Award...

Floods and disaster pay

Australia is the land of flooding rains and raging bush fires. As floods ravage some homes and businesses for the fourth time in 18 months all employers need to be aware of how...

New wage rates coming

The End of Financial Year is upon us with June almost half over, and ACAPMA has been inundated with calls from members asking about the wage rates from 1 July 2022. This week’s...

HR Highlight: over and underpayment

With the often-complicated employment environment it is not uncommon for honest errors to be made when processing payroll. While these errors are almost always made without malice or intent, it is important for...

HR Highlight: Surprise performance meeting led to psychological injury

A recent case in the NSW Personal Injury Commission has again highlighted the importance of providing appropriate notice of a performance management meeting after it was found that a surprise meeting resulted...
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