Please be aware of award changes which take effect from the first full pay period after 1 January 2025.
Fair Work have made a number of changes to the base and intro levels in 37 awards. Some are changes to the applicable award rate, and other changes include an introduction or change to a time limit as to the period of how long an employee can remain at the lowest level. In addition the Aged Care industry have had a number of changes introduced.
Please consult the Fair Work website for details, or contact us as needed.
In addition to the above change, it is now a jailable offence to underpay wages. Employers should be extra vigilant to ensure that staff are paid in accordance with the current award requirements.
Our office is always here to help implement these changes.
Wishing you all a safe and prosperous start to the new year.
