Author name: Peter Dwyer

Super increases to 11% from 1 July 2023

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​​The Super guarantee charge (SGC) percentage increases from 10.5% to 11% from 1 July. Check your workforce forward budget calculations and adjust your payroll system registers accordingly. The remaining two increases to reach 12% are 1 July 2024 (11.5%) and 1 July 2025 (12%). https://www.ato.gov.au/Rates/Key-superannuation-rates-and-thresholds/?anchor=Superguaranteepercentage#Superguaranteepercentage The journey from 3% to 12% actually began way back […]

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Aged Care Work Value Case – June/July Increase for Direct Carers and Head Cooks

Aged Care, Wages /

​On 21 February the Fair Work Commission determined that an interim increase of 15% be applied to minimum wages for: Direct care and nursing workers under the Awards* Head Cooks (only the most senior chef or cook engaged in a facility) Recreational Activities Officers / Lifestyle Officers / Diversional Therapists  It takes effect from or

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Paid Family & DV Leave from 1 February or 1 August

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​In 2023 the Fair Work Act changes 5 days unpaid family and domestic violence leave to 10 days paid entitlemnents. Depending on the size of the business, the new entitlements are available every 12 months from: 1 February 2023 – for employers with 15 or more employees. 1 August 2023 – for small business employers (less than

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