Employment Law Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on employment law for australian businesses.
What Is an Award Rate in Australia?
If you’re hiring staff in Australia, one of the first compliance questions you’ll face is simple but crucial: what is an award rate and how do you make sure you’re paying it...
21 November 2025
Deed Of Settlement Template: What To Include & How To Use (Australia)
When a dispute pops up in your business, it can be stressful and time-consuming. A well-drafted deed of settlement can close the loop quickly and let you get back to business. But...
21 November 2025
How to Create a Legal Work Contract in Australia
Hiring someone or engaging a contractor is a big milestone for a small business. It’s exciting - but it’s also a step that should be backed by a clear, legally sound work...
21 November 2025
ACT Long Service Leave Payout: Employer Obligations
Managing long service leave in the ACT isn’t just about giving time off. When employment ends, you may have to pay a long service leave payout - and getting the timing, calculations...
21 November 2025
Can Employees Go on Strike in Australia? What Employers Should Know
If your team is talking about whether they can “go on strike”, it can feel stressful - especially when you’re trying to keep a small business running smoothly. The good news is...
21 November 2025
Employee Handbook Template In Australia: How To Build One
Hiring your first team is exciting - and a little bit daunting. A clear, practical employee handbook helps you set expectations, stay compliant with Australian workplace laws, and make day‑to‑day management easier....
20 November 2025
Return To Office In Australia: Employer Legal Checklist
Bringing your team back on-site can be great for collaboration, customer experience and training. But a “return to office” (RTO) in Australia isn’t just a roster change - it touches your contracts,...
20 November 2025
Does Reasonable Management Action Count as Bullying in Australia?
As an employer, you’re expected to lead, set standards and make tough calls. But if a worker says they’re being bullied, you might worry that ordinary performance management could be misinterpreted. A...
20 November 2025
Meat Industry Labour Agreement in Australia: Processors & Abattoirs
If you run a meat processing business in Australia, you’re probably feeling the squeeze of ongoing skills shortages. Skilled boners, slicers and slaughterers are hard to find locally, and constant turnover can...
20 November 2025Garden Leave In Australia: What Employers Should Know
When a key employee resigns or you’re ending their employment, it’s normal to worry about client relationships, confidential information and team morale. That’s where garden leave often comes up. You keep the...
20 November 2025
How To Choose The Right Lawyer For Your Small Business
Running a small business is exciting - but the legal side can feel like a maze if you don’t speak the language. The right lawyer for small business won’t drown you in...
20 November 2025Financial Year 2024–25 in Australia: Dates, Changes & EOFY Checklist
The Australian financial year can creep up fast when you’re busy running a business. If you plan ahead for FY2024-25, you’ll reduce stress at tax time, keep your records clean, and stay...
19 November 2025How to Manage Wages and Salaries in Australia
Getting wages and salaries right is one of the most important (and visible) parts of running a business in Australia. It affects your cash flow, your compliance risk, and your team’s trust...
19 November 2025
How To Manage A Disgruntled Employee In Australia
Every business will encounter a disgruntled employee at some point. It can be stressful, time-consuming and, if mismanaged, risky from a legal and reputational standpoint. The good news? With a calm, structured...
19 November 2025
What Does Subcontract Mean?
If you’re growing your business, there will be times when you can’t (or shouldn’t) do everything yourself. That’s where subcontracting comes in. Handled well, subcontracting lets you scale up quickly, access specialist...
19 November 2025
Labour Hire Contract in Australia: How To Set Yours Up
Running a labour hire or on‑hire business can be a smart way to meet client demand quickly. But without a clear, well-drafted labour hire contract and the right compliance steps, you can...
19 November 2025
Smoke Breaks at Work: Employer Rules and Compliance in Australia
Smoke breaks come up in almost every workplace. You want to respect your team’s needs and keep productivity on track, but you also need a clear, lawful way to manage when and...
19 November 2025
South Australia’s Long Service Leave Act: What Employers Need To Know
Managing long service leave (LSL) in South Australia doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right systems and a clear understanding of your obligations under the South Australian Long Service Leave framework,...
19 November 2025
How to Start a Pest Control Business in Australia
Thinking about starting a pest control business? Demand is steady across residential, commercial and industrial sites, and the work you do has a clear, practical impact for customers. But to build a...
18 November 2025
Workplace Allegations in Australia: What Employers Should Do
Allegations of misconduct, bullying, discrimination or other wrongdoing can hit any business - big or small. As a small business owner, the way you respond in the first 24-72 hours can make...
18 November 2025
Legal Documents Every Australian Small Business Needs
If you’re building a small business in Australia, legal docs are the quiet achievers that keep everything running smoothly. They set expectations, reduce risk, and help you comply with Australian law -...
18 November 2025
Annual Leave Percentage: Accrual, Loading & Payouts in Australia
Getting annual leave right is one of those payroll tasks that sounds simple, but quickly becomes tricky once you factor in part-time hours, shiftwork, loading and terminations. If you’re searching for “annual...
18 November 2025
Voluntary Liquidation in Australia: What It Is and How It Works
If you’re considering winding up your company, you’ve likely come across the term “voluntary liquidation.” It’s a formal way to close a company’s doors and settle affairs in an orderly, legally compliant...
18 November 2025
What Is A Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) In Australia?
When a team member isn’t meeting expectations, it can put pressure on a small business quickly. You may feel torn between supporting them to lift their performance and protecting your business’ day-to-day...
18 November 2025
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