Many employers assume paying above the Award is enough. A BOOT determines whether an employee is actually better off overall under their current pay arrangement.
While pay remains important, it's not the only reason people stay or leave. There are several common factors that influence whether good workers remain with a business long-term.
The Fair Work Commission has announced a 4.75% increase to the National Minimum Wage and all Modern Award minimum wage rates, effective from the first full pay period commencing on or after 1 July 2026. For many farms, the immediate focus will be updating pay rates from 1 July. However, the wage increase can
The Fair Work Commission has announced a 4.75% increase to the National Minimum Wage and all Modern Award minimum wage rates.
While the new Fuel Cost Recovery Order is directed at road transport contractual chains, many farms and agribusinesses may be impacted without realising it
Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) is often used on farms as a practical way to manage long hours during busy periods like seeding or harvest. In theory it’s simple, work overtime now and take time off later. In practice however, it’s one of the most common areas where things go wrong. How Informal
Managing staff during seeding is one of the biggest challenges for farms. With long hours and heavy workloads, it’s easy to focus purely on operations. However, your HR obligations as an employer do not change during seeding, in fact you may find yourself with more. Getting your HR foundations right before and during seeding
A recent Federal Court decision has significantly impacted pay compliance for employers in Australia, requiring a review of how employees are paid and recorded.
Seeding season is one of the busiest times in agriculture, with many farms relying on seasonal workers to meet labour demands. Temporary and casual employment is common during this period, and managing seasonal workers comes with specific HR compliance obligations. Failing to meet these requirements can lead to penalties, disputes, or operational disruptions. To ensure
Flexible work requests are becoming more common across farms and agribusinesses, particularly from parents and carers balancing family responsibilities alongside seasonal workloads. While flexibility can feel challenging in operational environments, recent decisions from the Fair Work Commission reinforce to employers must approach flexible work requests carefully, consistently, and with clear evidence to support any decision.
