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Daily vs Weekly vs Casual Employment in Building and Construction Award (MA000020)
Daily vs Weekly vs Casual Employment in Building and Construction Award (MA000020)
Selecting the right engagement type is very crucial in the Building & Construction Award (MA000020). The Award recognises daily hire, full‑time...
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UWU’s 2024 Cleaning Industry Wins: Portable Leave & Wage Increases
UWU’s 2024 Cleaning Industry Wins: Portable Leave & Wage Increases
The United Workers Union (UWU) has achieved significant milestones in the cleaning industry for 2024, notably with the expansion of Portable Long S...
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Real Cases: How Cleaners Won Back Pay Under the Cleaning Services Award
Real Cases: How Cleaners Won Back Pay Under the Cleaning Services Award
The cleaning industry is crucial in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in our workplaces, schools, and homes. However, many cleaners often find th...
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Building & Construction Award [MA000020] 2025: Pay Rates & Rights
Building & Construction Award [MA000020] 2025: Pay Rates & Rights
Building and Construction Award [MA000020] is the key industrial award setting minimum pay and conditions for on-site construction workers in Austr...
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Apprentice Wages in Building & Construction Award 2025
Apprentice Wages in Building & Construction Award 2025
Apprentices are the future of the construction industry – but paying them correctly can be tricky. The Building and Construction Award lays out spe...
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Legally Compliant Rosters for Building & Construction in 2025
Legally Compliant Rosters for Building & Construction in 2025
Designing a legally compliant roster on a busy worksite isn’t just an admin chore—it’s how you control labour costs, meet safety obligations, avoid...
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Top 3 MA000020 Compliance Mistakes That Cost $100k+
Top 3 MA000020 Compliance Mistakes That Cost $100k+
Staying compliant with the Building and Construction Award (MA000020) is not just a HR box to tick – mistakes in paying your workers correctly can ...
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Split Shifts & Broken Shifts 2025: How to Schedule Legally
Split Shifts & Broken Shifts 2025: How to Schedule Legally
In the hospitality industry, managing employee schedules can be complex, especially when it comes to split shifts and broken shifts. Understanding ...
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2025 Hospitality Payroll Calculator: Avoid Costly Wage Errors
2025 Hospitality Payroll Calculator: Avoid Costly Wage Errors
In the dynamic world of hospitality, understanding employee wages is crucial for maintaining a profitable business while ensuring fairness and comp...
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[Free Download] 2025 Hospitality Award PDF
[Free Download] 2025 Hospitality Award PDF
Looking to download the 2025 Hospitality Award? We’ve made it easier than ever with a mobile-optimized PDF that highlights the key clauses you need...
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Legal Roster Templates for Restaurants: 2025 Rules
Legal Roster Templates for Restaurants: 2025 Rules
In 2025, changes to labor regulations impacting the hospitality sector necessitate careful attention to roster management. The Hospitality Industry...
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Hospitality vs Retail Award: Who Pays Casual Workers More in 2025?
Hospitality vs Retail Award: Who Pays Casual Workers More in 2025?
As an employer considering casual staff for your hospitality or retail business, understanding award wage differences is crucial for budgeting and ...
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