Did you know, in certain circumstances, you may now be required to transfer your casual employees to permanent positions? Modern awards have been amended to include casual conversion clauses. These clauses apply where a casual has: worked for at least 12 months for the employer; worked an ongoing regular pattern of hours; and has a...Read More

There are some key differences between employees and independent subcontractors. It is important for both employers and employees to be able to identify these, particularly because there are tax and superannuation implications for the different working relationships. Penalties can apply when workers are not employed correctly. The following checklist will help you decide what situation...Read More

Does this sound familiar? The children have all moved out, and you’re enjoying the space, but it’s really a bit big for just the two of you. The garden is looking beautiful, but it takes a lot of time to maintain – time that you could be spending with the grandchildren. You may be ready...Read More

Is an employee is entitled to payment of annual leave loading on annual leave paid on termination of employment? The Federal Court has settled this long disputed issue in finding that where an employee had an entitlement to annual leave loading (or where applicable shift/weekend penalties) when they took annual leave during employment, that entitlement...Read More