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24.01.2022 Please be aware of this safety alert for half-face respirators entering the market.

23.01.2022 October is National Safe Work Month. This year, the theme is Work Health and Safety through COVID-19. Click through to the Safe Work Australia site, where you'll find useful resources for planning an event or to share with your team. https://ecs.page.link/Z5JqL

23.01.2022 Redundancies are a sad but possible reality for businesses as we exit out of the initial phases of government support for COVID-19 affected businesses. Our guide is designed to provide clarity on what's required. Get the info here: https://ecs.page.link/FmNaM

23.01.2022 Should the legislated superannuation guarantee increases go ahead in the current climate? The first increase (to 10%) is due to occur from 1 July 2021. https://ecs.page.link/GK3W3

22.01.2022 Does Paid Pandemic Leave now apply to your award? Get the details here: https://ecs.page.link/pkJLq

21.01.2022 We're less than a month away from Christmas! On that note, don't forget there are obligations you'll need to manage for your team, whether you're ramping up for a busy season, or you're shutting down for a break. Check out the latest blog here: https://ecs.page.link/1Y4h7

21.01.2022 Several awards have recently been updated to reflect an improved layout, language and rates table. Check if your award has been updated here: https://ecs.page.link/E3JCH

20.01.2022 Did you know we also help businesses with their permanent recruitment needs? We can help: Define selection criteria Confirm position description Advertise vacancy... Short-list applicants Interview candidates Make employment offer Notify unsuccessful candidates Have a position you need to be filled? Simply send us a message to get started.

19.01.2022 Important news for those working across the QLD border.

18.01.2022 ICYMI, there have been changes to several awards, effective from 13 November 2020. Get the details here: https://ecs.page.link/E3JCH

18.01.2022 7 self-care ideas for at home or in your lunch break Have a glass of water. Many of us dont drink enough water every day, plus it gets you out of your seat (or wherever you are) and gives you a chance to focus and re-energise. Read a book. Choose a topic that you love and give yourself 30 minutes to sit in peace and read. It might feel strange if you havent read a book for a while to take this time for yourself, but youll quickly enjoy the benefits of this escape.... Meditate. Meditation can be as simple as choosing a quiet place, in solitude and giving yourself a few moments to relax. It doesnt have to be a 2 hour guided process where your mind is completely clear. Just acknowledge the thoughts and move past it. Talk to a friend. Reach out to a good friend who leaves you feeling positive and have a chat. Connecting with friends in real life or over the phone helps keep personal relationships strong. Stretch. Whether its performing a few yoga poses, or stretching at your desk, stretching helps you to relax and loosen up tight muscles. Many of us spend hours in effectively the same position all day, so setting a reminder to stretch for a few minutes can be helpful for feeling better. Go for a walk. Getting outside (ideally, without your phone) is a great way to gift yourself some simple self-care. It doesnt have to be far, even 10-15 minutes will help with a fresh perspective in the fresh air. De-clutter. It could be your desk, your office or a space inside your home. Its even better if you can share the love by donating some of the clutter you dont need in your life, to charity, for people who are less fortunate. What would you add to this list?

15.01.2022 With all that's going on across the country, remembering to check in with your team, either as a group, or 1:1, might be the furthest thing from your mind. It's critical as businesses manage through this challenging time, that communication with team members is regular and open. Perhaps this is the reminder you needed to schedule a chat with your team?

15.01.2022 There's more to say after R U OK?

15.01.2022 If you reasonably suspect someone in the workplace to have COVID-19, there are some important steps to take. Safe Work Australia has some useful resources to help employers manage safety in their workplace throughout this pandemic.

13.01.2022 In case you missed this update last week, paid pandemic leave is now included in some awards: Get the details here: https://ecs.page.link/pkJLq

13.01.2022 Unfortunately, there are times, especially during this pandemic, where employers will need to consider redundancies within their workplace. It's important to get the facts and processes around redundancies correct to ensure the best outcome for all parties involved. Get the details here: https://ecs.page.link/FmNaM

11.01.2022 A very interesting case of workplace 'skylarking' resulting in a significant payout. It's worth taking a few minutes to learn from this case: Get the info here: https://ecs.page.link/j6DtS

11.01.2022 The Victorian Car Wash Industry is pleading for help from the Victorian Government before it is too late. At a minimum, the Australian Car Wash Association would like to see Melbourne's automatic car washes permitted to open from September 29, 2020.

11.01.2022 You won't be surprised to read there has been an accelerated fall in average hours worked in Australian workplaces. The details are interesting though, get them here: https://ecs.page.link/VyiZa

11.01.2022 The Fair Work Commission has inserted temporary Schedule X into the Building and Construction Award, Joinery Award and Mobile Crane Award. Schedule X allows eligible employees under these awards to access 2 weeks unpaid pandemic leave and annual leave flexibility. It applies from the first pay period on or after 11 August 2020 until 30 September 2020. ... If you've got questions about how these changes apply to your business, give us a call ASAP.

10.01.2022 5 things Tradies can do right now to look at their health and wellbeing this Tradies Health Month: Read it now: https://ecs.page.link/7Kgvz

10.01.2022 We'd love to hear some success stories coming out of this crazy time!

10.01.2022 People can show signs of stress in various ways, after all, were all human! Given that we're in the midst of a pandemic, it's quite possible stress is making a more significant impact at work than usual. Signs that someone may be stressed or feeling over-worked can include: Struggling to cope.... Not setting boundaries with work and home. Low morale. Negative thinking patterns. Lack of control. Feeling disconnected. Poor performance. Self-medicating. Withdrawal from friends and family. Stress can also show as frequent illness and make people more vulnerable to minor illnesses such as cold and flu. Its not a conclusive list and as with many things, these can all be related to other factors, outside of stress. Talk to and engage with your team, so warning signs can be managed quickly and easily, with a genuine, caring attitude. For crisis support and suicide prevention please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

10.01.2022 Important information regarding upcoming JobKeeper payments for employers.

09.01.2022 New laws have recently been passed in Queensland. Read more: https://ecs.page.link/htkHF

09.01.2022 Did you see our recent update regarding the temporary changes to commission-only arrangements under the Real Estate Award? Get the details here: https://ecs.page.link/JbjWG

09.01.2022 There have recently been important changes made to commission-only arrangements under the Real Estate Award. Get all the details here: https://ecs.page.link/JbjWG

08.01.2022 Have you noticed similar issues for your business? https://ecs.page.link/RBpe4

08.01.2022 A Work From Home Schedule for modern awards has been proposed by the Fair Work Commission. Get an overview on our blog: https://ecs.page.link/moVrH

08.01.2022 In case youve forgotten.

08.01.2022 Data from Safe Work Australia shows that tradies make up 30% of the Australian workforce, yet account for around 55% of all serious workplace claims. How are you looking after tradie health at your workplace? What practices do you also implement at home to keep healthy?

07.01.2022 An important update has recently been announced in relation to JobKeeper 2.0. Get the details here: https://ecs.page.link/WY4Vs

06.01.2022 Who inspires you? https://ecs.page.link/q59yR

06.01.2022 If you've got a business in Melbourne, you need to be across this list. Many businesses are required to be closed from 11.59pm on Wednesday and apply to metropolitan Melbourne only. Get the details here: https://ecs.page.link/C6ihH

06.01.2022 In one week, 25% of private-sector employees will be able to return to the office in Melbourne. It will no doubt be a period of significant transition for many businesses and their employees, as some employees may not be enthused about returning to the office, or simply find returning to the workplace more challenging. Managing remote teams will likely continue to be a significant factor for some time for these businesses as they transition back to COVID-normal operations.

05.01.2022 CEDA (Committee for Economic Development of Australia) has suggested in a recent study, that JobKeeper and JobSeeker payments should be extended to temporary migrants. Would this help your business overcome the challenges of operating through a pandemic?

05.01.2022 Do you think it would be beneficial for the Fair Work Commission to include a work from home schedule to modern awards? Get the details on our blog: https://ecs.page.link/moVrH

05.01.2022 It's Women's Health Week! Ladies, we'd love you to share your simple health tips with us! We'll start...... Self care doesn't mean you need to book a massage or nail appointment STAT. It could be taking 10 minutes to write in a journal, go for a quick walk, or saying 'no' to something you'd rather not do. When is the last time you really did something 'for you'?

03.01.2022 In case you missed it, there has been a significant High Court Decision Regarding Personal Leave Accruals. Get all the details on our blog: https://ecs.page.link/3QQLX

02.01.2022 It's seeming more likely that the Federal government will push for a freeze to the upcoming superannuation guarantee increases due to commence from July 2021. Have you been factoring these increases into your future business planning?

02.01.2022 Employment legislation in Australia can be complicated. Despite these complications, penalties can be significant if an employer gets it wrong. Weve compiled 10 of the more common mistakes employers think are ok, but arent. https://ecs.page.link/EaMnZ

01.01.2022 IMPORTANT NEWS!! The High Court of Australia handed down a decision on 13 August 2020, clarifying the rules around personal/carers leave; in particular, how it is accrued and taken under the terms of the National Employment Standards (NES). Get the details here: https://ecs.page.link/3QQLX

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