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Can we deduct insurance excess from wages?

Some workplace deductions look harmless on paper until the Fair Work Act says otherwise, and the risks become far bigger than employers expect.

Unpaid wages and reverse onus of proof

Unpaid wages occur for a number of reasons.

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Damaged goods: Can an employer deduct money from wages?

Many employers mistakenly think they can deduct wages for damaged property, but the Fair Work Act sets strict limits on when deductions are allowed. Learn what’s permitted, what isn’t, and how to avoid costly legal penalties.

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Wage freeze: can the employer absorb the Annual Wage Review increase?

Learn whether your business must pass on the Annual Wage Review increase to award-covered or award-free employees and how absorption works.

Wages and Awards Advice and Resources

As an employer, paying your employees a fair and equitable wage is your most basic and critical responsibility. It’s important you do your due diligence and ensure you’re compensating your employees in accordance with the law.

Annual Wage Review 2026: What employers need to know

Find out what the 4.75% increase to modern award wages means for your business, the structural changes to award classifications, and the steps employers should take to remain compliant.

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New Criminal Underpayment Laws Effective 1 January 2025

From 1 January 2025, deliberate underpayment of wages becomes a criminal offence. Learn what this means for small business owners and how to stay compliant.

The psychology of reward and remuneration

As human beings, we are driven by the pursuit of rewards, whether they are monetary incentives, recognition, or personal fulfilment. When it comes to the workplace, does money talk, or does it go deeper than that? 

Annual Wage Review Decision 2025

The Fair Work Commission has today handed down its annual wage review decision.

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New Criminal Underpayment Laws: What Employers Need to Know

From 1 January 2025, intentional underpayment of wages is a criminal offence. Learn how employers can protect their business, avoid penalties, and ensure fair workplace practices.