HR & Compliance
Australian employers face complex HR compliance requirements under Fair Work and various Modern Awards. These guides help you maintain proper employee records, handle workplace issues correctly, and stay prepared for audits or disputes.
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What must be stored in an employee HR file in Australia
Understand what records Australian employers must keep for each employee, how long to retain them, and how to meet Fair Work requirements.
Australian underpayment cases: employer lessons for 2026
Learn from Australia's biggest underpayment scandals. From 7-Eleven to BHP, see how companies failed compliance and how 2025 wage theft laws affect you.
HR process improvements to prioritise in the new year
Identify HR process improvements to prioritise next year. Audit workflows, automate onboarding, and centralise document management for Australian businesses.
The complete guide to Australian award rates in 2025
Everything you need to know about minimum wages, penalty rates, and allowances under Fair Work Australia. Updated for 2025 award changes.
HR KPI review for better workforce decisions
Use HR KPIs to support better workforce decisions. Review turnover, retention, and compliance metrics to set improvement targets for Australian businesses.
HR roadmap planning for Australian businesses
Build a practical HR roadmap for the year ahead. Assess current state, create compliance calendars, and prioritise initiatives for Australian SMEs.
Fair Work breaks and overtime in Australia: complete guide
Master Australian break and overtime rules with this guide. Covers NES, award entitlements, TOIL, Right to Disconnect, and implementation steps.
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HR & Compliance FAQs
- You must keep records of employment contracts, pay slips, hours worked, leave taken, superannuation contributions, and termination details. Most records must be retained for 7 years. Using HR software ensures nothing is missed.
- Ensure all time and attendance records are complete and accurate. Have employment contracts, pay records, and roster histories readily accessible. Digital record-keeping makes audits faster and demonstrates good compliance practices.
- Essential policies include a code of conduct, anti-discrimination and harassment policy, leave policy, WHS policy, and grievance procedure. These should be documented, communicated to staff, and reviewed annually.
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