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25.01.2022 Our Managing Director, Leisa Messer, was quoted in a recent article in AHRI HRM Magazine, May edition, written by @SusanMuldowney - Guidance in the Dark. This article is about how HR consultants have been guiding businesses through tremendous uncertainty with COVID-19 - which of course we can related to here at HR Business Direction. The article can be accessed through this link - http://www.hrbd.com.au/news/guidance-in-the-dark/

25.01.2022 Here are some things businesses can consider in ensuring the health & safety of their teams during this COVID-19 pandemic. Weve also included considerations for business in preparation for a downturn in business. We hope you find it useful. http://www.hrbd.com.au/news/covid-19-staff-management/

25.01.2022 Since March we have been providing regular and timely information related to COVID-19 relevant to the workplace including changes to industrial relations, staff management, health & safety, and flexibility. We will continue to do this, however to make it easier we have put this information in one spot on our website for easier access to past information and future information - see the COVID-19 section in our news tab: http://www.hrbd.com.au/category/news/#covid19 We hope yo...u find it valuable. We hope you are OK. Take care. Stay safe. #covid19australia #industrialrelations #HRbusinessdirection #staffmanagement

24.01.2022 Have you registered yet? Last chance before our session at 7pm tonight.

23.01.2022 You might say they are casual, but they might not be! Read more here - http://www.hrbd.com.au//you-might-say-they-are-casual-but/

22.01.2022 If this isnt a BIG reminder of the importance of compliance we with work health & safety duties then we dont know what is! Read more - http://www.hrbd.com.au//a-big-reminder-not-to-forget-your/

22.01.2022 We make the time to ask RUOK? Do you? Now is a good time to ask the question. Then of course, listen, encourage action and check in again with them later.

21.01.2022 Its wonderful to see the innovation that workplaces are demonstrating in an effort to stay afloat, keep their employees busy and connected with their employees and really demonstrating that #weareallinthistogether. Read more here... http://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-we-are-all-in-this-toget/

21.01.2022 There is help out there. As a small business owner or a Manager of a team remember to not only ask your team if they are ok but ask yourself RUOK? too! Read more about government funded free mental health support services... https://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-free-mental-health-supp/

20.01.2022 Here are some considerations for your employees working from home. The obligation for their health & safety continues, and not just their physical health. We hope you find it useful at this time. http://www.hrbd.com.au/news/covid-19-working-from-home/

20.01.2022 RUOK? Day is approaching and what a year to be asking the question! Looking at it from a leadership, cultural, health & safety, industrial relations or planning perspective - RUOK? always remains a relevant question. Find out more here: https://www.hrbd.com.au/blog/ruok-in-2020/ #ruokday #ruokday2020 #leadershipatwork #industrialrelations #hrbusinessdirection

19.01.2022 Changes for JobKeeper 2.0 have now been finalised and to help businesses that have qualified for jobkeeper but no longer will post September, some flexibility remains with further temporary Industrial Relations changes, read more here: http://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-further-temporary-fair-w/ #jobkeeper #jobkeeperupdates #jobkeeper2.0 #hrbusinessdirection #industrialrelations

19.01.2022 Managing ill, injured and absent employees is a challenge for employers. Our free white paper gives you have access to the guidance and support on offer where we explore key concepts, elements of successful return to work programs and suggested approach to managing work related and non-work related injuries. Download your copy here http://www.hrbd.com.au/resou/managing-ill-absent-employees/

18.01.2022 There have been some changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 to help employer who qualify for the JobKeeper scheme and therefore support the implementation. Read more here...... https://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-fair-work-act-changes-f/

18.01.2022 This is the last of our COVID-19 series of communications however we will continue to keep you informed on all things related to your team in the workplace. Read more here - http://www.hrbd.com.au/news/covid-19-the-last-of/

17.01.2022 Redundancies - a sensitive topic, and we hate to say it, but these are inevitable and likely over the coming months. How they are undertaken from a compliance perspective is important, including really consulting with them - not just to tick the box, but also with care and compassion in this difficult time. Find out more tips on how to ease the pain here: http://www.hrbd.com.au/uncategorized/the-dreaded-r-word/ #hrbd #hrblogs #humanresources #redundancies #redundancysupport #hrinsights #hrbd

17.01.2022 The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) recently sought submissions from various bodies about sexual harassment in the workplace. They have now released a report with recommendations. Some of the recommendations include a stop sexual harassment work order to the Fair Work Act and clarification that this behaviour can amount to a valid reason for a dismissal. Another recommendation is the introduction of a positive duty to the Sex Discrimination Act with a preventative focus. Well let you know of changes as this progresses. Thanks to #AHRI for the summary article - https://www.hrmonline.com.au//respectwork-sexual-harassm/

17.01.2022 EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT The impact of COVID-19 has impacted employee engagement and in fact some recent research suggests 87% of worldwide employee are disengaged! Engaging and motivating employees during this time is important for business and employees mental health. Here is our advice on how to do it - Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gYTsDhy #HRbusinessdirection #humanresources #HR #employeeengagement #mergersandacquisitions #mergersacquisitions #workforceengagement

16.01.2022 You can create a company culture that creates a positive working environment or you can create a company culture that creates results. Download our resource here to assist you in determining the right culture for your business to achieve your vision and create results. http://www.hrbd.com.au//how-to-determine-a-culture-for-yo/... #hrbusinessdirection #organisationalculture #businessculture #workculture #positivework

16.01.2022 We are very proud that this year is our 10th year of being in business providing HR support to our clients across a range of industries. Our reach is growing with clients based in New Zealand, Canada, Netherlands, the UK and in almost all states of Australia. We work across areas of; Strategic HR, Industrial Relations, Workplace Health & Safety and Workplace Psychology. We are passionate about both helping our clients get a ROI from their people and creating working envi...ronments that support and prevent mental health (with family and domestic violence being a part of). We believe that this allows us make a true difference in society - for businesses and individuals. If you are not already signed up to our newsletter or you want to discuss how we can help you please contact us here - http://www.hrbd.com.au/contact/ #hrbusinessdirection #hrsupport #businessgrowth #industrialrelations #workplacehealthandsafety #businessculture

16.01.2022 Although its important to exercise caution and to undertake the process of an investigation with careful consideration, workplace investigations are a good thing - they offer an opportunity to identify and make improvements. Read more - http://www.hrbd.com.au//workplace-investigations-are-a-go/

16.01.2022 We are greater than HR. We can help with your terminations, redundancies, Enterprise Bargaining Agreements & WH&S. We can represent you in the commission. We can help with your HR needs... BUT we can also work with you on your values and culture, restructuring, succession planning, workforce planning, leadership development or employee engagement. Our approach to managing people goes much deeper than just policies and procedures and is greater than HR. We bring a strat...egic and holistic focus that aims to bring out the best in your people and align them with your business goals. Because when this happens, you get results. Find out more.. http://www.hrbd.com.au/hr-services/ #hrbusinessdirection #businessplanning #management #hrsupport #employeeengagement #workplacehealthandsafety #redundancies #enterprisebargainingagreements

15.01.2022 It is important to understand the transfer of business and continuity of services rules in the Fair Work Act 2009 when an M&A is on the cards. It may allow the... new employer to reduce transaction costs through negotiations in regards to transferring entitlements. Contact us if you would like to know more. See more

14.01.2022 COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENT: End dates for unpaid pandemic leave provisions in awards There has been an update by way of extension to the JobKeeper Scheme post September 2020, whilst changes have been made to the eligibility of employers. Find out more here: http://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-end-dates-for-unpaid-pan/... #HRBD #covid19australia #jobkeeperupdates

14.01.2022 Its RUOK? Day today! Have you asked the question yet? Go on! And remember, theres more to say after RUOK? Listen, Encourage Action and Check in. ... RUOK? have some great resources on their website: https://www.ruok.org.au/work #ruokday #ruok #hrbusinessdirection #communicationatwork #mentalhealthatwork

13.01.2022 Dont forget, effective 1st July 2020 (or from the beginning of the first pay period after that date) the national minimum wage will be increased by $13 a week, to $753.80 a week. The flow on effect to Awards is a 1.75% increase, however, because of the impact of COVID-19 on different industries to varying degrees there will be different operative dates for different industry modern awards. https://www.hrbd.com.au/news/2020-wage-increases/

13.01.2022 An often forgotten about aspect of effecting a merger or acquisition is the requirement to properly consult with employees about major workplace change. This Industrial Relations requirement links nicely into good HR and Change Management practices.

12.01.2022 Its always time to consult! But its more important now more than ever for various reasons compliance, employee motivation and engagement, productivity and performance. You would have seen with all our COVID-19 communications that during this time it has been and continues to be such an important, easy and inexpensive task to undertake with so much value to be gained. Contact us here if youd like to know more: https://www.hrbd.com.au/contact/... #hrbusinessdirection #humanresources #consulting #mergersandacquisition

11.01.2022 National Safe Workplace Principles developed by the National Cabinet have been developed to guide guidance and tools provided for the workplace by Safe Work Australia to assist in transition workplaces to some normality during this time with COVID-19 still being around. Read more ..... http://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-national-safe-workplace-/

11.01.2022 No doubt over the various forms of media over the last week you've heard about the Industrial Relations Omnibus Bill, resulting from the IR working group formed due to COVID-19, with the plan to assist in creating jobs. Read more about it http://www.hrbd.com.au/n/industrial-relations-omnibus-bill/... #hrbusinessdirection #businessplanning #employeemanagement #hrsupport #employeeengagement #indutrialrelations

11.01.2022 The team at HR Business Direction wish you a Happy New Year for the beginning of 2021! Enjoy the celebrations and stay safe! #HappyNewYear #hrbusinessdirection

10.01.2022 A resilient workforce is able to assess situations and work accordingly, come up with new ideas, help your organisation drive forward during difficult times, cope with workplace stress well and more. Our latest article explores how businesses can build a resilient workforce http://www.hrbd.com.au/blog/building-a-resilient-workforce/

10.01.2022 During uncertain times employees turn to their leaders for guidance and reassurance more than ever before, so its important for leaders to stand up and lead. Read more.... http://www.hrbd.com.au/b/leadership-during-uncertain-times/... #hrbusinessdirection #organisationalleadership #uncertaintimes #businessplanning #management

09.01.2022 At HR Business Direction we have been talking about Flexibility in the workplace, and you could say advocates for it, for a long time now as you can see from.... Read more here - https://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-flexibility-moving-forw/

08.01.2022 Workforce planning Workforce Strategic Planning is all about making sure the business has the workforce capabilities, performance and accountability to meet the needs of the business strategy and thus making a significant contribution to the success of any organisation. Covid 19 has meant that organisations are having to review theirs. Read more here: http://www.hrbd.com.au/uncategor/adjusting-workforce-plans/ ... #workforceplanning #hrbd #humanresources #businessdirection #strategicplanning #employeeperformance

08.01.2022 Great article published by #HRDaily explaining the impact of Annualised Salaries on flexibility & organisational culture - and the challenge to maintain flexibility and compliance. https://www.hrdaily.com.au/nl06_news_selected.php

06.01.2022 If you're looking for better business outcomes (customer satisfaction, service quality and profits) you need employees with the right attitudes and behaviour. To get you started, here's a guide to motivate your team to increase their levels of engagement, so they give their all at work http://www.hrbd.com.au//guide-to-improving-employee-engag/... #hrbusinessdirection #hrsupport #businessgrowth #industrialrelations #workplacehealthandsafety #businessculture

06.01.2022 A mistake at Sunwater was caused by not applying Enterprise Agreement entitlements to those on individual contracts. The same can - and does - happen to those covered by Awards, and remember: the award still applies to employees on individual contracts. It is important to regularly check that they remain to be paid correctly - which is, in fact, a requirement under some Awards. Read more here: http://www.hrbd.com.au//sunwater-signs-enforceable-undert/ #individualcontracts #hrbusinessdirection #enterpriseagreements #casestudy

05.01.2022 Due to the impact of COVID-19, many businesses may be needing to reduce costs and restructure to ensure continuity of the business for the future. Here are some considerations that might help: https://www.hrbd.com.au//considerations-when-approaching-/ #restructuring #organisationalrestructuring #hrbusinessdirection #humanresources #mergersandacquisitions #hr

04.01.2022 A decision by the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission has ruled that overtime for casual employees covered by some awards are to be calculated using the casual ordinary rate, inclusive of the 25% casual loading! Learn more http://www.hrbd.com.au/news/casual-overtime-award-changes/ #fairworkcommission #casualemployees #casualaward #casualemployment #casualpay #casualloading #overtimepay #hrbusinessdirection

04.01.2022 After the year that was, the team at HR Business Direction wish you all an especially happy and safe Christmas! And, whilst a happy time for most it can sometimes and especially this year be a hard time for others so don't forget to check on family and friends and ask RUOK? #MerryChristmas #hrbusinessdirections

03.01.2022 Thanks Lourdes Hill College for your support in supporting LHC family businesses, particularly during this time, much appreciated! http://www.lhc.qld.edu.au//Connect/Business_Directory.html

03.01.2022 Culture and Values At HR Business Direction, we understand that Its even more difficult to retain culture and ensure employees are living values when they are working from home or other such flexible arrangements. Were advocates for flexibility and believe that extra efforts need to be taken. Remember to give your company culture and values the extra care, time and dedication it deserves! Read more here - http://www.hrbd.com.au/blog/keeping-values-alive/ #businessculture #companyculture #humanresources #businesstips #businessculture #hrbusinessdirection

02.01.2022 It looks like there will be some further temporary provisions for employers that will no longer qualifying for the JobKeeper scheme at the end of September, to assist in their recovery of COVID-19. Read more here: https://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-changes-to-jobkeeper-sc/ #covid19 #hrbusinessdirection #jobkeeperupdates #jobkeeperscheme

01.01.2022 Further award changes have been made effective 8th April 2020. 99 modern awards so far have been updated with a schedule x including an entitlement to unpaid pandemic leave and flexibility to take twice as much annual leave at half pay. Read more here.... http://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-further-temporary-award-/

01.01.2022 In the plan to get employees to physically return to the workplace, there are psychological considerations which can be just as significant as the safety ones. Read more here.... http://www.hrbd.com.au//covid-19-psychological-considerat/

01.01.2022 The Fair Work Commission has also responded to the COVID-19 pandemic and made some temporary changes to a number of awards. See more details here..http://www.hrbd.com.au/ne/covid-19-temporary-award-changes/ In addition, at a press conference in progress now they have also announced that all other awards will be updated to include 2 weeks unpaid pandemic leave and double the duration of annual leave (at reduced pay). We will advise of more detail once on hand.

01.01.2022 It is an uncertain time for most employers AND employees. Acknowledge the feelings, ask R U OK? and try to remain focused. https://www.hrbd.com.au/news/covid-19-returning-to-normal/