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Why Uncomfortable Conversations Must Be Part of Your Workplace DNA – And How to Make It Happen

In modern work setting, difficult conversations are often avoided due to a growing misconception that discomfort equates to a lack of psychological safety. However, as conflict resolution expert, Zandy Fell from The Zalt Group,...

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Conflict Resolution & Workplace Relations

  • Elisia Coetzee
  • February 24, 2025
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New Criminal Underpayment Laws: What Employers and Employees Need to Know

As of 1 January 2025, Australia’s workplace laws have been significantly updated to tackle wage theft, making intentional underpayment of employees a criminal offence. These changes are aimed at protecting workers and ensuring...

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HR Compliance & Employment Law

  • Elisia Coetzee
  • February 20, 2025
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Ensuring Policy Precision: Lessons from a Recent Dismissal Case

A recent Fair Work Commission (FWC) decision underscores the importance of well-drafted workplace policies. In the case of Patrick Stevedores Holdings, the dismissal of an employee for repeated drug and alcohol (D&A) breaches...

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HR Compliance & Employment Law

  • Elisia Coetzee
  • February 11, 2025
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How to Exit a Difficult Employee the Right Way

Letting an employee go is never easy, but when handled correctly, it can protect your business while maintaining professionalism and respect. Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth and legally sound...

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Performance Management & Employee Productivity

  • Elisia Coetzee
  • February 11, 2025
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The Cost of Flawed Dismissals. What You Need to Know.

Flawed Dismissals Can Now Cost You More Than Just an Employee If you thought firing an employee was just about handing over a termination letter and calling it a day, think again! The...

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HR Compliance & Employment Law

  • Elisia Coetzee
  • February 3, 2025
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Redundancy Rule Changes in 2025? What You Need to Know!

A big court case is brewing, and it could shake up the rules around redundancies and redeployment. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or employee, here’s the scoop on what might change in...

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HR Compliance & Employment Law

  • Elisia Coetzee
  • January 19, 2025
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Navigating the Workplace Maze: Performance Management vs. Disciplinary Action

In the ever-changing world of work, understanding the difference between performance management and disciplinary action is vital for both business owners and employees. Think of it as managing a high-performing team-get it right,...

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Performance Management & Employee Productivity

  • Elisia Coetzee
  • January 15, 2025

HR Challenges: Unsafe vs Uncomfortable in the Workplace

The Problem with Misappropriating ‘Unsafe’ In the modern work environment, the term “unsafe” is increasingly being used in situations that are, in reality, more uncomfortable than hazardous. While genuine psychological health and physical...

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Conflict Resolution & Workplace Relations

  • Elisia Coetzee
  • December 19, 2024
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Important Update

From 1 July 2025, the State Minimum Wage for employees 21 and over will increase by 3.75% to $953.00 per week.

Employers must ensure that the rates paid to employees do not fall below the new award rates or minimum wage.

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