Wages & Conditions
How to hire part-time employees in Australia (2026 guide)
Learn how to hire part-time employees in NZ legally and efficiently in 2026 – covering compliance, entitlements, and smarter hiring with AI tools.
Sleepovers and night shift penalties in the SCHADS Award: recent developments
The Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award 2010 (SCHADS Award) is one of the most widely used modern awards in the support services sector. With its many complex clauses, it can be challenging for both employers and employees to interpret and apply correctly. Published Updated Contents The Social, Community, Home Care and Disability […]
NSW Government introduces Portable Long Service Scheme for the Community Services Industry
The NSW Government has introduced portable long service leave for the community services industry. Learn what it is and what it means for your business here.
Fair Work Commission to increase minimum pay rates in the care and community sector
Are you across the increase to minimum pay rates in the care and community sector? Learn more here.
Employment Hero Jobs Report April 2025
Published When it comes to salary and wages, understanding the true worth of skills and experience can often be a guessing game for both jobseekers and employers. We’re here to connect both sides of the employment marketplace, making employment easier and more valuable for everyone. The data in this report is designed to help you […]
Employment Hero Jobs Report March 2025
Published When it comes to salary and wages, understanding the true worth of skills and experience can often be a guessing game for both jobseekers and employers. We’re here to connect both sides of the employment marketplace, making employment easier and more valuable for everyone. The data in this report is designed to help you […]
SmartMatch Employment Report February 2025
Published When it comes to salary and wages, do you know what’s expected? For both jobseekers and employers, understanding the true worth of skills and experience can be a guessing game. We’ve collected the wage data you need to know, and divided it by region, industry, employment type and age group. Get the scoop on […]
Wage theft laws in Australia: What employers need to know
Learn how Australia’s new wage theft laws impact your business. Manage compliance and download Employment Hero’s free employer guide today.
Minimum pay rates to increase for nurses working in aged care
The Fair Work Commission has made a final decision regarding wages for nurses in aged care
SmartMatch Employment Report January 2025
Published When it comes to salary and wages, do you know what’s expected? For both jobseekers and employers, understanding the true worth of skills and experience can be a guessing game. We’ve collected the wage data you need to know, and divided it by region, industry, employment type and age group. Get the scoop on […]
Casual conversion to permanent employment: Employer guide
Learn how to manage casual conversion under the new rules. Understand eligibility, timeframes, employer obligations and compliance steps.
SmartMatch Employment Report December 2024
Published When it comes to salary and wages, do you know what’s expected? For both jobseekers and employers, understanding the true worth of skills and experience can be a guessing game. We’ve collected the wage data you need to know, and divided it by region, industry, employment type and age group. Get the scoop on […]
New pay rates and rules coming to 37 modern awards in 2025
From January, new pay rates and new rules about how long employees can stay at the lowest classification level in modern awards will come into effect.
SmartMatch Employment Report November 2024
Published When it comes to salary and wages, do you know what’s expected? For both jobseekers and employers, understanding the true worth of skills and experience can be a guessing game. We’ve collected the wage data you need to know, and divided it by region, industry, employment type and age group. Get the scoop on […]
Wage theft is now a criminal offence in Australia – here’s everything you need to know.
Criminal conviction is on the cards for businesses and individuals who deliberately underpay their employees. Learn what this means for Australian employers in 2025.








