The Right to Disconnect legislation came into effect in August 2024. By April 2026, most employers have a policy. Very few have enforced it consistently. Here is what that gap is costing them.

STP Phase 2 brings new reporting obligations for income types, employment leave, and superannuation. If your payroll system was configured for Phase 1 and never updated, you may be reporting incorrectly without knowing it.

Mental health is a critical issue in Australian workplaces, and it’s up to HR teams to lead the charge in fostering a supportive culture. R U OK? Day is more than just an annual event; it’s a powerful catalyst for a year-round commitment to employee wellbeing. This year, the national day of action falls on […]

This article is first published in Human Resource magazine – issue 162. Our organisation is about to deploy a new HRIS which includes Employee Self Service (ESS) and we have been told to spend a significant amount of change management. Why is this and how do I apply it? John Kotter in his1998 article Winning […]

Digital transformation isn’t just about implementing new technology. For any organisation, regardless of its size, success depends on its people and its culture. This is where Strategic HR becomes the most crucial element. When HR is a genuine partner in the process, digital transformation can positively impact every part of your business, from attracting top […]

Human Resource Management is no longer defined by its traditional administrative functions. In 2025, the role of HR has been completely redefined by a fusion of technology, data, and an increasing focus on the human experience. Once relegated to back-office tasks, the modern HR professional is now a strategic partner, a data analyst, and a […]

For HR leaders, digital transformation is about more than just technology. It’s a dual mission: to digitalise the HR function itself and, more importantly, to lead the cultural and skills-based transformation of the entire organisation. The most successful businesses recognise that a tech-first approach often fails because the human element—people and culture—is left behind (DASA, […]

Staying on top of public holidays is crucial for every Australian business. From managing payroll and leave requests to ensuring compliance, an accurate holiday schedule is essential. Since your payroll and HR processes run on the financial year, we’ve compiled a definitive guide to Australia’s national, state, and territory public holidays for the upcoming 2025-26 […]

Feedback plays a crucial role in enhancing organisational productivity. In the traditional approach, feedback was typically reserved for annual performance reviews, which have proven to be ineffective in managing employee performance. Delayed identification of performance issues during annual reviews can hinder timely improvement and result in productivity loss for the organisation. Similarly, recognising exemplary performance […]

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