13 Nov, 2023 | Payroll & Compliance, Employment Contracts, Podcast
Employment contracts are really important to set out the terms and conditions of employees. Join us as we dive into why employment contracts are vital, some common mistakes made by business owners, and the process of creating or revising employment contracts. Why Are...
6 Nov, 2023 | Fair Work, Employee Engagement, HR Policies
An organisation’s code of conduct plays a very important role in informing employees of how the organisation wants to do business. It can also help to set the culture of the business by setting out what is expected of employees. Importantly, a Code of Conduct...
30 Oct, 2023 | Podcast, HR Policies, Leave
Welcome to the My HR Partner podcast, where we dive deep into all things HR. Today, we’re discussing a topic that’s not only crucial for employees but also essential for employers to manage effectively ā leave entitlements in Australia. Understanding...
23 Oct, 2023 | HR Policies, Managing Performance
An HR code of conduct is an essential document for all Australian businesses. The purpose of a code of conduct is to outline the ethical and professional standards of behaviour that are expected of employees. Essentially, it sets out the ārulesā of the business and...
16 Oct, 2023 | Health & Safety, Podcast
Welcome to our latest blog post where we dive into the importance of health and safety in businesses of all sizes. In a recent podcast conversation, we gained valuable insights from Karen, a seasoned expert in HR, who discussed the significance of health and safety in...
9 Oct, 2023 | Fair Work, Leave
As an Australian employer, itās vital to be fully informed about the various leave entitlements for your employees. All permanent employees are entitled to paid leave. While casual employees receive a 25% loading on their hourly rate to compensate for paid leave, but...
2 Oct, 2023 | Podcast, Employee Engagement, HR Policies, Managing Performance
Welcome to another episode of the My HR Partner podcast, where we dive deep into all things HR. In this episode, we discuss a crucial aspect of running a successful business ā managing employee performance. The Importance of Managing Performance ...
25 Sep, 2023 | Fair Work, HR Policies, Leave
It’s 3 months until Christmas. Start planning for the Christmas shutdown well in advance. Determine the specific dates your business will be closed, and communicate this to your employees and clients. As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to start...
18 Sep, 2023 | Fair Work, Ending Employment, Podcast
In this episode, Karen Hillen, the host of the My HR Partner podcast, delves into the intricacies of ending employment. Termination is often considered one of the most challenging aspects of HR, and it requires careful handling to avoid legal pitfalls. Whether...
11 Sep, 2023 | HR Policies
Regardless of the size of your team, if you have employees, you need to have robust HR policies in place. Such policies ensure your business is legally compliant, while providing clear and consistent guidelines and expectations for employees, and they have the...