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Red tape pressures mount as businesses push for reform
The AIA is urging all levels of government to reduce regulatory costs by 25 per cent by 2030.
FWO accepts undertaking from Melbourne business to settle underpayment
The FWO advises SMEs to access its free tools and resources to get wages right.
With a Saturday Anzac Day, these states will be getting an extra holiday
If you’re rostered to work on that Saturday or Monday, both of those days count as public holidays in NSW, WA and the AC...
ATO busts three ‘common myths’ around Payday Super
Employers need to plan cash flow, understand any changes to their payroll systems and transition away from SBSCH well be...
Government confirms $11.6m WiFi investment for First Nations communities
It comes in response to reported long-term network outages.
ACMA to replace telco consumer code
ACMA chair Nerida O’Loughlin said the change reflects how essential phone and internet services have become in everyday ...
Minimum wage move panned by Cosboa, which fears inflationary impact
The recommendation comes at a time when small businesses are facing compounding cost pressures.
Australian workplace rules are ‘undermining competitiveness’
The Closing Loopholes amendments have increased costs, delays, and conflict across Australian workplaces, says Business ...
ATO, FWO plan ‘sham contract’ clampdown, warn of massive fines
The ATO is working with the FWO and other regulators as part of the Shadow Economy Taskforce to protect workers.
Businesses urged to embed sexual harassment prevention in WHS policies
The industry body said sexual harassment should be treated as a preventable workplace hazard.