When an employee disappears without explanation, employers must tread carefully. Get it wrong and you risk costly unfair dismissal claims, but the right process protects both your business and your people.
Have you ever had an employee call in sick, only to later discover they were attending a footy match or another activity?
The new ‘employee choice’ pathway for converting from casual to permanent employment is now in effect for many Australian employers.
Understand what industrial instruments are, the different types, and how you can ensure you’re doing the right thing.
Learn how you can confidently manage performance and disciplinary action while creating a workplace where your team can thrive.
Managing employee resignations—especially those made in the heat of the moment—requires a structured, fair, and legally sound approach.
Stay ahead of Queensland’s anti-discrimination law changes with expert HR support from Akyra. Learn how new protected attributes and positive duty obligations impact your business and what steps you need to take before 1 July 2025.
A recent Fair Work Ombudsman case highlights the risks of wage underpayment and non-compliance with the Fair Work Act. Learn key lessons for SMEs and how to avoid costly penalties.
As we step into 2025, major changes are coming to modern awards, impacting both employers and employees. Introduced by the Fair Work Commission (FWC), these changes aim to create fairer, more structured employment pathways with clear progression and minimum pay standards.
As we approach March 2025, employers and managers must prepare for the implementation of Queensland’s Sexual Harassment Prevention Plan.