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A County Court of Victoria case ruled a bricklayer was an independent contractor, not an employee, under the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013, highlighting the importance of formal agreements in employment relationships.

Looking to hire students during the school holidays? Before you say yes, make sure you’re aware of the key legal requirements. From age limits to wage rates, get the essentials you need to ensure a smooth and compliant hiring process.

Undertaking reference checks can be time consuming, but it's an important step in the recruitment process.

There are significant changes to casual employment that every employer should be aware of.

Discover the rising trend of "new collar workers" - highly skilled professionals without degrees who are making a significant impact in various industries.

The competition for talent has never been fiercer. Learn how to snare the best candidates with a winning job description. 

Frequent job hopping and unrealistic salary expectations are the top two red flags for employers when assessing potential job candidates, a new survey reveals.

Changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 and ATO guidelines effective August 26, 2024, require businesses to reassess contractor arrangements to ensure compliance and understand new employee definitions and superannuation entitlements.

Research by Supply Nation shows the number of Indigenous businesses is growing by 12.5% each year, making them one of the fastest growing business sectors in the country. 

When to pay overtime – and at what rate – isn't always straightforward. How can you get it right and ensure employees are paid correctly?