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Construction vs Other Industries: Pay & Conditions 2025
Construction vs Other Industries: Pay & Conditions 2025
Australia’s workforce spans many industries, each covered by its own modern award. The Building and Construction Award often grants higher base rat...
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How to Hire & Retrain Electricians for Renewable Projects (2025 Labor Market Guide)
How to Hire & Retrain Electricians for Renewable Projects (2025 Labor Market Guide)
Why This Guide Matters Now Australia’s renewable energy sector needs 12,000+ new electricians by 2026 to meet climate targets (ABC News, 2025). Wi...
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Download Free Electrical Award(MA000025) Summary
Download Free Electrical Award(MA000025) Summary
Navigating through the intricacies of the Electrical Award (MA000025) can appear daunting. Nonetheless, this guide serves as a comprehensive resour...
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$65k Underpayment Case: How to Avoid Electrical Award Compliance Mistakes
$65k Underpayment Case: How to Avoid Electrical Award Compliance Mistakes
In recent years, there have been numerous cases of underpayment in the electrical industry, with one high-profile case involving a $65k underpaymen...
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Electrical Award 2025 Pay Guide: Rates, Allowances & Coverage (MA000025)
Electrical Award 2025 Pay Guide: Rates, Allowances & Coverage (MA000025)
The Electrical Award 2025 sets the standards for pay rates, allowances, and coverage for electrical workers across Australia. Staying informed abou...
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Electrical Contractor Checklist 2025: MA000025 Compliance Essentials
Electrical Contractor Checklist 2025: MA000025 Compliance Essentials
As the landscape of electrical contracting in Australia evolves, compliance with the MA000025 Modern Award becomes increasingly crucial. Whether yo...
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Aged Care Award (MA000018) 2025 Compliance Guide
Aged Care Award (MA000018) 2025 Compliance Guide
The Aged Care Award MA000018 remains one of Australia's most complex employment regulations, and with 2025 updates bringing significant changes, ag...
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Gardening & Landscaping Award 2025: Pay Rates, Coverage & Key Changes
Gardening & Landscaping Award 2025: Pay Rates, Coverage & Key Changes
The Gardening and Landscaping Services Award 2020 (MA000101) brings important updates to wages and conditions for Australia’s gardening and landsca...
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Top 5 MA000025 Compliance Mistakes & How to Avoid $50k+ Fines
Top 5 MA000025 Compliance Mistakes & How to Avoid $50k+ Fines
Electrical contractors across Australia must comply with the Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Contracting Award (MA000025) to avoid costl...
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Rainy Day Pay: How to Handle Inclement Weather Hours Under MA000101
Rainy Day Pay: How to Handle Inclement Weather Hours Under MA000101
Outdoor work like gardening and landscaping is at the mercy of the weather. A heavy rainstorm or extreme heat can stop your team's work but what do...
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Gardening and Landscaping Services Award 2025 Compliance Guide: Risks & Solutions
Gardening and Landscaping Services Award 2025 Compliance Guide: Risks & Solutions
Compliance with the gardening award 2025 isn’t just a box to tick – it’s essential for avoiding legal troubles and keeping your workforce happy. Th...
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MA000025 Electrical Award: Who’s Covered & 2025 Key Changes Explained
MA000025 Electrical Award: Who’s Covered & 2025 Key Changes Explained
The MA000025 Electrical Award plays a pivotal role in establishing employment conditions for workers in the electrical, electronic, and communicati...
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