Employer Resources

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has announced an increase to the National Minimum Wage and Modern Awards this morning (Monday 3 June 2024), following the annual minimum wage review.

In accordance with the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2020, the relevant wage rate for a first and second-year apprentice will depend on whether the employee has completed year 12 or not.

With Easter around the corner, its important for employers to know what their obligations are for paying employees.

Following the outcome of the recent federal election, the labour government is expected to remain in power for at least the next three years.

Office Christmas parties are a wonderful opportunity for employers to show appreciation for their team's hard work and celebrate the holiday season together. However, according to research, 9 out of 10 employers have faced HR headaches after an office holiday party, with incidents of inappropriate behaviour leading to disciplinary action or even dismissal.

Information on Leave Entitlements for employees. This includes annual leave, long service leave, parental leave, carers and compassionate leave and community service leave.

With workplace disruptions certain in the next days because of Cyclone Alfred, employers need to understand their rights and obligations under the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws, while also considering provisions in Industrial Instruments such as Enterprise Agreements and Modern Awards.

The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024, also known as the Closing Loopholes No. 2 Act, has been passed and brings about changes to the Fair Work Act, in defining the terms "employee" and "employer."

MPAQ has put together a sample on-call policy designed to provide members with a starting point of what to include in your on-call arrangements and setting clear parameters for your team to adhere to.

While occupational licensing and safety obligations are regulated at a state level, minimum employment conditions are largely governed by federal modern awards, including the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2020 (‘Award’).