As we approach the start of the new financial year, many small business owners and payroll managers are hearing about the Fair Work Commission’s recent decision to increase minimum wages from July 2026. While headlines…
If your business employs younger workers—particularly in retail, fast food, or pharmacy—there are significant changes coming that will affect your wage costs, payroll systems, and compliance obligations.And like most employment law changes, the real risk…
Recent announcements from the Fair Work Ombudsman and the Australian Taxation Office have put sham contracting back in the spotlight across Australia. These updates have made it even more important for businesses and workers to…
Standing Beside Your Business: Why Assurance HR Management Is the Partner Every SME Needs Running a small- or medium-sized business is no small feat. Between managing people, keeping up with workplace laws, and maintaining safety…
Why Relying on AI Alone for Disciplinary Meetings Could Put Your Business at Risk Artificial intelligence has transformed many areas of business, from streamlining rostering to helping with payroll. But when it comes to disciplinary…
How Poor Industrial Relations Practices Are Costing Small Business Owners Thousands in Workers’ Compensation Claims Running a small business is hard enough without the stress of managing workers’ compensation claims. But what if many of…
How AHR Can Assist with Developing an Enterprise Agreement (EA) At Assurance HR (AHR), we are The Workplace Problem Solvers! Enterprise Agreement development can present numerous complexities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). An EA…
Serious Misconduct What It Is and How to Handle a Termination for Cause in Australia When a worker engages in serious misconduct, it can have a significant impact on your business, affecting productivity, morale, and…
How to Run a Mediation Meeting in a Small Business Workplace mediation for small businesses is crucial for maintaining a healthy work environment. Conflict in the workplace is inevitable; however, it doesn’t have to be…
Industrial Relations: Stay on the Right Side of the Law Understanding Criminal Underpayment Changes 250127 At AHR, we pride ourselves on being the “Workplace Problem Solvers.” Understanding underpayment criminal penalties is crucial for Australian businesses.…
Wage theft is no longer just a “mistake” or an administrative oversight—it’s a criminal offence. In Australia, the introduction of tough new laws means businesses caught underpaying their workers could face fines of up to…
As the festive season approaches, planning a work Christmas party is a wonderful way to show appreciation to your workers and celebrate the year’s achievements. However, such events require careful planning to ensure they remain…
