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Paid Parental Leave Increasing by 2 Weeks
Do you have or are about to welcome a new bub? This one is for you!
Starting today, Paid Parental Leave (PPL) in Australia is increasing by 2 weeks, bringing the total to 120 days. This applies to babies born or adopted on or after July 1st, 2025.
Even...
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 ...
We know that reading and understanding an employment contract can feel overwhelming, especially if it's your first job or you're starting a new role. That's why we've put together a quick guide to help you navigate key points and legal entitlements. It's important to understand what you're agreeing ...
With the Easter long weekend and ANZAC day around the corner, April is shaping up to be a month of well-deserved breaks!
In Australia, depending on which state or territory you live in, the upcoming public holidays may differ. To ensure everyone is across the upcoming public holidays and key requ...
This week we welcomed Paras to the Employii team. Paras will be joining us for the uni semester to learn all things HR and marketing. The team are excited to share their knowledge and get to know Paras.
Read below to find out more about Paras!
Hi there! My name is Paras Patel, and I am a third-ye...
Are you an award-free casual employee covered under the WA state industrial relations system?
From 31 January 2025 the minimum wage for casual employees in the state system will increase! The increase will occur due to a rise in the casual loading, from 20% to 25%.
The casual increase does not ap...
In Australia the Industrial Relations (IR) system is made up of the State and Federal system (also known as Fair Work). In November last year it was announced that a bill had been passed to amend the Western Australian state system. The aim of the amendments is to continue modernising the state syst...
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 ...
Do you hire junior staff? Here's our Employer best practice guide when hiring first time workers
Everyone starts somewhere in the workplace and joining a company as a junior employee can be extremely daunting.
Employer’s play such a pivotal role in ensuring workplace best practice is followed a...
Is your close down period approaching? Here's everything you need to know!
With Christmas approaching quickly, now is the time to communicate with employees your business requirements over the Christmas and New Year period!
Whilst all companies do things slightly differently, it is common for bus...
Upcoming Fair Work Changes! The Care Industry
Recently the Fair Work Commission announced changes to Awards related to the aged care sector, effective from 01 January 2025.
The Awards updated include; the Aged Care Award, Social, Community Home Care and Disability Services Award (SCHADS) and the...
Employer obligations for Domestic Violence
The Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards (NES) and modern awards set out employer obligations designed to support employees experiencing or supporting someone experiencing family and domestic violence (FDV).
Defining Family and Domestic Violence ...
