HR Insights Newsletter

Quick Guide to Company Policies

Why are policies important? Without adequate and well-developed policies, there are essentially no rules. And unfortunately, without defined rules, this allows people to create their own.

Policies provide employees a well-rounded view of the workplace, allowing them to know the culture that the organisation is striving for, the acceptable behaviours, and how to achieve them.

Do you know which policies you need? find the list here.

And find out more about when to update policies, who can prepare them and our recommendations here.

Superannuation on Paid Parental Leave

On 7 March 2024, the Albanese Government announced alongside the Working for Women strategy, its plans to provide superannuation benefits on the government-funded Paid Parental Leave (PPL) starting from 1 July 2025.

"These reforms will assist in closing the gender divide on superannuation balances at retirement"

Bran Black, Chief Executive, Business Council of Australia

Find out more information about this update here.

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??New Right to Disconnect

The Closing Loopholes Act No. 2, which introduces a “right to disconnect” for employees, has passed parliament and comes in to effect on 26th August 2024. This means employees will soon have the right to disconnect from attempted contact by employers after working hours.

This update provides key information to help employers understand and plan for the new rules.

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