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2020 changed the world at work forever and although the past year looked different, Employment Hero’s goal to make employment easier and more rewarding for everyone remained the same. So although there were disruptions to the working world, Employment Hero continued to evolve and transform its features to adapt and …

Stick a fork in us, we’re DONE with 2020. We couldn’t be more excited to call it quits on this year, which has made life and work more challenging than we could have ever imagined. Accurate. As the world settled into a new way of life, there was always …

For most Australians, Christmas is spent outside enjoying the summer weather with a barbeque lunch by the pool or the beach. Though Christmas time can be stressful, we’re lucky to be able to enjoy Christmas with our families at home.  How do different countries and cultures around the world …

Introduced to parliament on the 9 December 2020, the Industrial Relations Reforms – Supporting Australia’s Jobs and Economic Recovery package aims to amend the Fair Work Act. In classic 2020 style, Covid-19 was the catalyst for delivering this collection of reforms, which could mark the first update to Australia’s Industrial Relations laws …

One in two Australians have reported feeling more lonely since the COVID-19 pandemic began. This is a considerable increase from one in four Australians in 2018. So what do these statistics tell us? They highlight the importance of relationships to our mental wellbeing. Humans are social beings. Whether it’s face-to-face …

Happy NAIDOC 2020!  From the 8-15 of November, events and activities are happening across Australia to celebrate Indigenous culture. NAIDOC is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities that celebrate and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. If you’re new to NAIDOC Week, learn more about …

   COVID-19 has changed our world at work forever. It’s taught us that business operations are not confined by borders. It’s taught us that geographic location shouldn’t be a factor when it comes to recruiting and hiring the best talent for your business, and it’s taught …

When it comes to creating a safe workplace, employers have a duty of care. But more often than not, this safety stays amongst the physical, mental and wellbeing pillars. While these areas of safety are all vital to creating a positive and harmonious workplace, it seems as though one important …

Employment Hero’s Chief People Officer, Alex Hattingh, recently shared a masterclass on how to transition to a remote or hybrid workforce with Business Chicks, Australia’s largest and most influential community for women. As a remote-first advocate, Alex has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to implementing flexible …

As the workforce continues to undergo digital transformation, new HR trends follow suit. With HR tech like Employment Hero giving you the opportunity to free up time, it’s no wonder that companies are investing in HR software to increase productivity. This means you can focus on doing the things …