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Discounted pay rates for 18 to 20 year olds
The Office of the Australian Small Business Commissioner in its submission has called for the full adult wage to be paid from the age of 18. It questions the rationale behind the IR system "deeming adulthood to commence at 21" and calls for the alignment of "the adult...
Terminating an Employee
Recently I have had a number of calls from members who have had disciplinary or performance issues with staff members which are on the cusp of a decision to terminate. The common theme amongst these queries is a general view that goes along the lines of 'I want to...
PAYMENT OF LEAVE LOADING ON TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT
This article from Workplace Express has information in relation to a recent decision which finally clarifies whether the payment of Leave Loading (LL) on termination was actually payable. Workwise has advised members from the outset that it was our opinion that LL...
WORKWISE CELEBRATING 15 YEARS IN 2015
This E Bulletin is to let all members know that Workwise Advisory Services is celebrating a landmark year in 2015!!! Since setting up the business in March 2000 Workwise has developed a member base across the State from the Kimberley to the Great Southern and across...
Post Employment Restraint Update
Workwise receives regular queries from members in relation to Post Employment Restraints which is a standard inclusion in our contract templates. This article from 'National Workplace Lawyers' illustrates a recent Court decision where an injunction was granted against...