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A timely reminder to all the Ag businesses .....you need to know that claiming ignorance or "turning a blind eye" is a direct path to hefty fines by the Fair Work Commission and Fair Work Ombudsman. Unfortunately, the employment laws are not easy for everyone to understand. So, if you need help with your employment processes, payroll or paying employees - please message me. Here's the latest media release from the Fair Work Ombudsman which is targeting AG businesses.... Kath

Fair Work Ombudsman finds a mixed bag as Ag sector inspections continue - Fair Work Ombudsman The Fair Work Ombudsman is urging agriculture sector employers to prioritise compliance, having fined employers $316,860 nationally and recovered $72,301 for underpaid workers.

Are your BOOTs clean?

ARE your BOOTs clean?
With the National Wage Increase looming, it's the perfect time to check your BOOTs. All above Award wages/salaries paid to staff need to be checked at least once a year to ensure they meet the Better Off Overall Test.

Our top three tips for a good BOOT?
1) know your Award inside and out (or get help from someone who does)
2) ensure your employees have been provided with a spelt out list of what is in their Above Award rate/salary amount - are your Letters of Employment keeping up to date?
3) keep all your payroll records, including timesheets, overtime, meal breaks, leave approvals and emails references

Remember: We're here if you need help with pay rate calculations, rosters, letters of employment updates, payroll audits and more. IM for our contact details.