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From July 1st 2025, the pay rates set by the WA IR system is set to increase. Here’s everything you need to know!
What has changed?
The Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission has set a 3.75% increase to both the State Minimum Wage and the Minimum Award Wages.
The Minimum Wage ...
From July 1st, the national minimum wage set by Fair Work across Australia is going to increase. Here’s everything you need to know!
What has changed?
The Fair Work Commission has set a 3.5% increase to both the National Minimum Wage and the Minimum Award Wages.
The National Minimum Wage ...
The Fair Work Ombudsman have recently released changes to award Pay Guides in the electrical and mining industries. The changes are primarily focused on how allowances are calculated and paid.
The changes simplify things by moving from hourly-based calculations to weekly rates, helping to reduce c...
In April 2025, the Fair Work Ombudsman rolled out a Payroll Remediation Program (PRP) Guide to assist medium-large scale businesses with rectifying underpayment issues and improving compliance moving forward.
The guide has been introduced due to a significant increase in self-reported underpayment...
From 01 January 2025 the Fair Work Commission introduced changes time limits for employees engaged under an introductory level award classification. Find out more below!
Introductory level classifications
Many awards have classification levels for entry-level roles, often referred to as 'C14', 'l...
Last year Employii announced our latest initiative, Recogniise! Recogniise promotes recognition cultures at work, bringing 'thank you' and celebration top of mind, so that we incorporate it into everyday habits, leaving staff feeling more valued and happier at work.
After receiving so many great n...
Looking to hire an apprentice? Here's a summary to help Employers and future Apprentices better understand the pay and reimbursement requirements in Australia. Continue reading for more information!
What an apprenticeship involves
An apprentice is an employee who learns their trade or profession ...
