HR Advice Online

30/06/2026

📢 Victoria is proposing one of the biggest changes to workplace flexibility in Australia.

If passed, eligible employees could have a legal right to work from home up to two days per week from 1 September 2026.

While the legislation is still progressing, now is the perfect time for employers to review:

✔ Hybrid work policies
✔ Flexible work procedures
✔ Manager guidance
✔ Work health and safety obligations

Swipe through to learn what the proposed changes could mean for your business.

02/06/2026

🚨 Annual Wage Review 2026: What Employers Need to Know 🚨

The Fair Work Commission has announced the Annual Wage Review 2026 decision, with significant changes taking effect from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2026.

✅ National Minimum Wage increased to $26.44 per hour
✅ Modern Award minimum wages increased by 4.75%
✅ Lowest-paid award classifications lifted to align with the National Minimum Wage

Watch our short video for a practical overview of what the changes mean for employers and the steps you should take to prepare.

HR Alert - 2026 Annual Wage Review Decision

12/05/2026

We’re excited to be exhibiting at The Landscape Show 2026! 🌿

If you’re part of the landscaping and horticulture industry, come and visit us to chat about practical HR support, workplace compliance, psychosocial safety, recruitment and people management solutions tailored to your business.

📍 Trade Only Event
📅 The Landscape Show 2026
🎟 Register here: buff.ly/2QXQYUE

We look forward to connecting with industry professionals and supporting businesses across the landscaping sector.

30/04/2026

Exciting news! 🎉

We’re proud to be partnering with Occupational Therapy Australia as their HR partner.

At HR Advice Online, we believe every business has the right to success and we know that your people are the key to your success. Whether you are an employer, employee or student, having the right support makes all the difference.

Through this partnership, OTA members now have access to practical, easy-to-use HR resources and expert guidance to help with all things people.

It’s all about making HR simpler, clearer, and more manageable — so you can focus on what matters most: delivering great outcomes for your clients.

We’re excited to support the OTA community and look forward to working together 🤝

09/04/2026

🚨 Junior Rate Changes Are Coming — What Employers Need to Know

Junior pay rates are changing following a Fair Work Commission decision impacting retail, fast food and pharmacy employers. For many businesses, this creates a real challenge — how do you manage increasing wage costs while remaining compliant and commercially sustainable? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but doing nothing isn’t an option.

From December 2026, employees aged 18–20 will progressively move to full adult pay rates after 6 months’ employment. While the changes are not yet in effect, employers should start planning now to understand the financial and operational impact.

✅ We’ve created a free employer checklist to help you identify impacted employees, understand when changes apply, plan for cost increases and stay compliant.

👉 Download your free checklist here: https://buff.ly/UKGqAoJ

💡 Early planning will make all the difference. If you’re unsure how this will impact your business, now is the time to start the conversation. 📞 1300 720 004 📧 [email protected]

Free Junior Rate Changes Checklist Big changes are coming for retail, fast food and pharmacy employers. Complete the form below and we’ll email you a copy

01/04/2026

Award changes are coming for the Health Services sector.

From 1 April 2026, updates to pay rates and classifications will impact dental assistants and pathology collectors.

Now is the time to:
✔️ Review classifications
✔️ Check pay rates
✔️ Update payroll

Don’t wait until it becomes a compliance issue.

📞 1300 720 004
📧 [email protected]

HR Advice Online – People problems, solved.

30/03/2026

We’ll be closed from 5pm Thursday 2 April and reopen 9am Tuesday 7 April.

Wishing you and your team a safe and happy Easter.

27/02/2026

📢 Children’s Services Award Changes Are Coming

If you operate in early learning or children’s services, this update matters.

The Fair Work Commission has confirmed significant changes to the Children’s Services Award, with staged wage increases and classification adjustments starting from March 2026.

These changes will impact:
✔️ Pay rates
✔️ Classification levels (CSE 1–8)
✔️ Payroll and budgeting planning
✔️ Employment documentation

Now is the time to review your workforce pay and entitlements, start preparing and remain compliant.

We’ve put together a short, practical video breaking down:
• What’s changing
• When it starts
• What employers should be doing now

🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/-D19MU53AKU

If you have questions about how this impacts your service, our team is here to help.

Simple. Friendly. Straightforward HR advice.
📞 1300 720 004

HR Advice Online - HR Alert – Changes to the Children’s Services Award

10/01/2026

🧠 Building mentally healthy workplaces starts with understanding your risks.

Our Psychosocial Essentials package helps businesses meet their obligations with clear, practical steps and ready-to-use tools.

Risk assessments
Hazard identification
Guides, templates & checklists
Employee education resources

🎥 Watch the reel to see how simple psychosocial compliance can be.

Stronger workplaces start here.

07/01/2026

🧠✨ Psychosocial safety isn’t optional — it’s the law.

And with new regulations, businesses need practical tools that make compliance achievable, not overwhelming.

Our Psychosocial Essentials gives you everything you need to identify risks, assess hazards and create safer, healthier workplaces — all in one simple, easy-to-use package.

🎥 Watch the reel for a quick look at what’s included.

Protect your people. Protect your business.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/OeqvlcQ