Rachel Morrison

How Will AI Affect Your Job? What Australian Workers Need to Know

Anthropic's CEO says half of entry-level white-collar jobs could disappear within 5 years. Karpathy's job risk map scores 342 occupations. Here's what it means for Australian workers — and what rights you have if AI replaces your role.

12 April 2026

Aged Care Pay Rates 2026: PCAs, AINs & Enrolled Nurses

Aged care worker pay rates for 2026 including the recent work value pay increases. Rates for personal care assistants, AINs, enrolled nurses, and registered nurses under the Aged Care Award and Nurses Award.

12 April 2026

Aldi Pay Rates 2026: Why Aldi Pays Above Award

Aldi pays more than Coles and Woolworths — here's exactly how much. Aldi's enterprise agreement rates vs the General Retail Industry Award minimum, and what it means for your pay.

10 April 2026

Health Services Award Pay Rise April 2026: New Rates for Dental Assistants, Pathology Collectors & More

From 1 April 2026, new pay rates apply under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award. Pathology collectors up 10.9%, dental assistants up 9%. Check your new rate.

9 April 2026

Allied Health Pay Rates April 2026: New Rates by Classification Level

Allied health pay rates increased from 1 April 2026 under the gender undervaluation review. Check the new rates for physios, OTs, psychologists, and more.

8 April 2026

Net Zero Job Losses: Your Redundancy Rights When a Power Station or Mine Closes

Coal plants and mines are closing across Australia. Here's your redundancy entitlements, retraining support, and what the Net Zero Economy Authority offers.

8 April 2026

Gender Equality Targets: What Your Employer Must Do From April 2026

From April 2026, large employers must set gender equality targets or risk being publicly named. Here's what it means for you and how to hold your employer accountable.

8 April 2026

Eraring Power Station Closing — Redundancy Rights for 1,600+ Affected Workers

Eraring power station is closing and 1,600+ workers face job losses. Here's your redundancy entitlements, NZEA support, and what contractors can expect.

8 April 2026

Gender Undervaluation Pay Rises: Which Awards Got a Raise from 1 April 2026?

The Fair Work Commission found female-dominated industries are underpaid. Here's which awards are getting pay rises, how much, and how to check if you're affected.

8 April 2026

Health Services Award Pay Rise April 2026 — New Rates for Nurses, Allied Health & Support Workers

The Health Professionals and Support Services Award got a pay bump from 1 April 2026. Here's what changed, who's affected, and how to check your new rate.

8 April 2026

Fuel Excise Cut Ends 30 June — Prices Jump 26.3c/L

The halved fuel excise expires 30 June 2026. On 1 July, petrol jumps ~26.3c/L unless extended. Here's what the May budget might decide and how to prepare.

5 April 2026

Wages Up 3.4%, Inflation 3.8% — You're Taking a Real Pay Cut

Your pay went up 3.4% but prices rose 3.8%. That's a real-terms pay cut of 0.4%. Here's the math and what the 2026 wage review could do about it.

5 April 2026

Westpac Lost — Chandler Won Her WFH Case. Here's How

In Chandler v Westpac [2025] FWC 3115, the Commission ordered Westpac to grant WFH. Here's the exact s.65 test your employer has to meet before saying no.

5 April 2026

WFH Law 2026: Consultation Explained

The Fair Work Commission's WFH consultation closed 14 March 2026. A new entitlement could land by late 2026. Here's what's actually being proposed.

5 April 2026

Minimum Wage Under 15: What 13 and 14 Year Olds Get

No federal minimum for kids under 15 in most states. WA, NSW and VIC have state rules. Junior rates kick in at 16. Here's what they actually earn.

5 April 2026

Can My Boss Reduce My Hours?

Full-time hours are protected. Casuals have no hour guarantees. Here's exactly what your boss can and can't do in 2026.

5 April 2026

Woolworths Pay Rates 2026: What You Should Be Getting Paid

Full breakdown of Woolworths pay rates for 2026 — hourly rates by age, casual loading, penalty rates, and common underpayment issues under the General Retail Industry Award.

3 April 2026

Travel Allowance: What You're Owed

ATO rate is 88c/km. Some awards pay travel allowances on top. Here's who gets what and how to claim it during the fuel crisis.

31 March 2026

Can My Employer Track Me Working From Home? WFH Surveillance Rights

Working from home and wondering if your boss is watching? Here's what's legal for keystroke logging, screenshot software, GPS tracking, and employee monitoring — plus what to do if you think you're being surveilled without consent.

27 March 2026

Do I Need an ABN for Airtasker, Uber or DoorDash? (Tax Guide)

Doing gig work through Airtasker, Uber, DoorDash or similar platforms? Here's whether you need an ABN, when you need to register for GST, what expenses you can claim, and what happens if you don't sort your tax properly.

27 March 2026

Is My Boss Yelling at Me Illegal? Bullying vs 'Tough Management' in Australia

Your boss screams at you regularly and you're wondering if that's actually illegal. Here's the legal definition of workplace bullying, where the line sits between tough management and unlawful behaviour, how to document incidents, and how to get a stop-bullying order from the FWC.

26 March 2026

How Much Should You Have Saved by 30 in Australia? (Real Numbers)

Turning 30 and panicking about your savings? Here's what the actual data says about median savings and super balances by age, how to benchmark yourself honestly, and what to do if you're behind.

26 March 2026

Workplace Bullying: What to Actually Do About It (Step-by-Step)

Being bullied at work? Here's a no-nonsense guide to the legal definition, what counts (and what doesn't), how to document it, making a complaint, Fair Work Commission stop-bullying orders, and the new psychosocial hazard regulations for 2026.

26 March 2026

Gig Worker Rights 2026: Minimum Pay and Protections for Uber & DoorDash Drivers

Big changes are coming for gig workers in Australia from July 2026. Minimum pay standards, unfair deactivation protections, and new rights for Uber, DoorDash, and Menulog workers. Here's the full breakdown.

26 March 2026

Fired Without Warning in Australia? Here's What You Can Do Right Now

Just got sacked with no warning? Don't panic, but don't wait either. Here's what the law says about notice periods, when warnings are required, what counts as serious misconduct, the 21-day unfair dismissal deadline, and exactly what to do in the first 24 hours.

25 March 2026

Can My Boss Read My Emails After I Leave? Post-Employment Privacy

Left your job and wondering if your old boss can read your work emails? Here's the deal on company property, personal emails on work devices, what to delete before you go, and what you absolutely shouldn't touch.

25 March 2026

Enterprise Agreement vs Award: Which Actually Pays More?

Are you better off under an enterprise agreement or the modern award? Here's how the BOOT test works, why some EAs actually pay less overall, how to find and compare your EA, and what happens when it expires.

25 March 2026

Can My Boss Force Me Back to the Office? WFH Rights Australia 2026

Your employer wants everyone back at the office. Can they actually make you? Here's what the law says about flexible work requests, who can apply, what's changed since 2023, and your options if your boss says no.

25 March 2026

The Gender Pay Gap by Occupation: What ATO Data Shows for Every Australian Job

We analysed ATO tax return data across 425 occupations. The gender pay gap exists in almost every single one. Here are the numbers — and what you can do about it.

25 March 2026

Are They Earning More Than Me? How to Compare Your Salary in Australia

How does your salary compare to others in your occupation? We analysed ATO data on 14 million taxpayers to show exactly where every Australian worker sits — from the 10th to the 90th percentile.

25 March 2026

Gen AI at Work in 2026: FWC Cracks Down on AI Claims, NSW Passes First AI Safety Law

AI-generated Fair Work claims have surged 70%. NSW just passed Australia's first AI workplace safety law. The FWC now requires AI disclosure. Here's what every Australian worker and employer needs to know about Gen AI at work right now.

25 March 2026

Wage Theft and Labour Hire Exploitation: What's Still Going Wrong in 2026

Criminal wage theft laws are in force. Same Job Same Pay is law. Yet the FWO recovered $473M in underpayments last year and labour hire loopholes are already emerging. Here's what workers need to know right now.

25 March 2026

Teacher Strikes 2026: What's Happening in Victoria and Tasmania Right Now

Victorian teachers walked out for the first time in 13 years on March 24. Tasmania has rolling strikes all week. Here's what teachers are demanding, what they're being offered, and your rights during industrial action.

25 March 2026

Is $60K a Good Salary in Australia? (2026 Reality Check)

Earning $60K and wondering where that puts you? Here's a straight-up reality check: what $60K actually looks like after tax, how it compares to the national median, city-by-city cost of living breakdowns, and whether you can realistically save on this salary.

24 March 2026

Do I Have to Tell My Boss I Have a Second Job? Your Rights

Working two jobs and wondering if you have to tell your main employer? Here's the deal on disclosure obligations, contract clauses, conflict of interest, working hours limits, and the tax implications of holding down multiple jobs in Australia.

24 March 2026

Can My Boss Refuse My Annual Leave? When They Can (and Can't)

Put in your leave request and got knocked back? Here's when your boss can legally refuse annual leave, what counts as 'reasonable business grounds,' and what to do if they keep saying no.

24 March 2026

Can My Boss Force Me to Work Overtime? Australian Law Explained

Told to stay back and work overtime? Here's when your boss can require it, when you can refuse, what 'reasonable overtime' actually means, and exactly what you should be paid under Australian law.

24 March 2026

Can My Boss Make Me Use My Own Car for Work? Reimbursement Rights

Your employer wants you to drive your own car for work. Do you have to? Here's what your award says, the ATO cents-per-km rate, insurance implications, and your rights around reimbursement if your boss won't pay up.

23 March 2026

Can I Get Fired for a Social Media Post? (Australian Law)

Posted something on social media and worried about your job? Here's when your employer can sack you over a post, when they absolutely can't, what 'bringing the employer into disrepute' actually means, and real FWC cases that show where the line sits.

23 March 2026

Paid Parental Leave Goes to 26 Weeks in 2026: Everything You Need to Know

Australia's government-funded Paid Parental Leave scheme expands to 26 weeks from 1 July 2026. Here's who's eligible, how the use-it-or-lose-it allocation works, income tests, and how to apply.

23 March 2026

Can My Boss Make Me Work on a Public Holiday? (Your Rights)

Your boss wants you in on a public holiday. Do you have to go? Here's the deal on your right to refuse, the reasonable request test, penalty rates, and how casual and permanent workers are treated differently under Australian law.

23 March 2026

Fuel Excise Cut Australia 2026: Start Date, Rate & How Much You'll Save

Petrol is above $2.19/L. Here's the fuel excise cut, fuel tax credits, and every government relief measure for 2026 — with a no-spin breakdown of what you'll actually save at the bowser.

23 March 2026

Can You Claim Fuel on Tax? ATO Rules for Work Travel (2026)

With petrol prices surging, everyone wants to claim fuel on tax. Here's exactly what the ATO allows — the cents per km method, logbook method, and the 3 exceptions where you CAN claim your commute.

23 March 2026

Can I Record a Meeting With HR in Australia? State-by-State Rules

Heading into a meeting with HR and want to record it? The rules are different in every state. Here's the full breakdown of one-party vs all-party consent laws, whether the FWC will accept your recording, and the risks of getting it wrong.

22 March 2026

Can My Employer See My Personal Phone? BYOD Rights Australia

Worried your boss can see what's on your personal phone? Here's what BYOD policies actually allow, what MDM software can access, your rights under the Privacy Act, and how to protect yourself if your employer demands access to your device.

22 March 2026

Easter 2026 Penalty Rates Calculator

Easter 2026 falls April 3-6. Calculate your exact penalty rate by award. Hospitality, retail, nursing and 40 more awards covered.

20 March 2026

Right to Disconnect: Can Your Boss Contact You After Hours?

The right to disconnect is now law for all Australian workers. Here's what it actually means in practice — boss texts on Sunday, client emails at 9pm, WhatsApp groups, on-call expectations — and when your refusal to respond is 'reasonable'.

12 March 2026

Payroll Tax Australia 2026: State-by-State Thresholds & Rates for Employers

Complete 2026 guide to payroll tax in Australia. State-by-state thresholds (NSW $1.2M, VIC $900K, QLD $1.3M) and rates (4.85-6.85%), what's included in taxable wages, grouping rules, and how to register — everything employers need to know.

11 March 2026

How to Read Your Payslip: Every Line Explained

A plain-English visual walkthrough of every element on an Australian payslip — gross pay, PAYG tax, superannuation, salary sacrifice, deductions, net pay, YTD figures, and leave balances. Learn what each line means and how to spot errors before they cost you thousands.

10 March 2026

Workplace Bullying: Employer Obligations & How to Handle Complaints

Australian employer guide to workplace bullying obligations. Covers the legal definition, duty of care, investigation processes, FWC stop bullying orders, new psychosocial hazard WHS laws, and how to create an effective complaint procedure.

9 March 2026

Personal and Carer's Leave: How Many Sick Days Do You Get?

How many sick days do you get per year in Australia? Full guide to personal/carer's leave entitlements, accumulation, evidence requirements, and what to do if your employer refuses paid sick leave.

8 March 2026

Can My Boss Change My Roster? Your Rights Explained

Know your rights when your employer wants to change your roster. Covers award notice requirements (7 days typical), consultation obligations, genuine agreement, what counts as unreasonable, how to dispute changes, and part-time guaranteed hours.

2 March 2026

Casual vs Part-Time: Rights and Entitlements Compared

What's the difference between casual and part-time employment in Australia? Compare pay rates, leave, job security, and entitlements side by side to understand which arrangement is better for you.

2 March 2026

How to Legally Terminate an Employee in Australia: Employer Guide

Step-by-step guide for Australian employers on legally terminating an employee. Covers valid reasons, procedural fairness, notice periods, final pay timing, unfair dismissal risks, and the small business fair dismissal code — everything you need to get it right.

2 March 2026

Returning to Work After Parental Leave: Your Complete Rights

Your complete guide to returning to work after parental leave in Australia — your right to return to the same position, requesting flexible work on return, breastfeeding rights, discrimination protections, what to do if your role has changed, and part-time return options.

26 February 2026

Wage Theft Is Now a Crime: Australia's New Criminal Underpayment Laws 2026

Australia has criminalised intentional wage theft from January 2025. Understand the new penalties (up to 10 years jail), how intentional underpayment is distinguished from honest mistakes, the Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code, and what to do if you are being underpaid.

25 February 2026

AI Replacing Jobs in Australia 2026: Which Roles Are Most at Risk?

Which Australian jobs are most at risk of AI replacement in 2026? Covers the most affected industries, employer consultation obligations, redundancy rights when roles are automated, retraining entitlements, and how to future-proof your career.

23 February 2026

Sick Leave & Personal Leave Rights: How Many Days, Proof & Casual Rules

Your complete guide to sick leave and personal/carer's leave in Australia. Covers the 10-day entitlement, medical evidence requirements, casual worker rules, carer's leave, and how personal leave accumulates year to year.

18 February 2026

Long Service Leave Australia 2026: State-by-State Entitlements

Long service leave varies by state. NSW gives 2 months after 10 years, VIC gives 8.67 weeks after 7 years. Complete 2026 guide to qualifying periods, rates, portability, and pro-rata entitlements.

15 February 2026

Leave Loading 17.5% Explained: Who Gets It & How It's Calculated

Leave loading adds 17.5% to your annual leave pay. Find out if your award or agreement includes it, how it's calculated, when it's paid, and what happens on termination.

9 February 2026

Workplace Bullying in Australia — What to Do (Step-by-Step Guide)

Being bullied at work? This step-by-step guide explains your rights, how to document bullying, where to report it, and how to apply for a stop-bullying order from the Fair Work Commission.

7 February 2026

Compassionate & Bereavement Leave: Your Rights When Someone Dies

Understand your right to 2 days paid compassionate leave per occasion in Australia. Who qualifies, when it applies, evidence rules, and casual employee entitlements explained.

6 February 2026

Do Casuals Get Long Service Leave? State-by-State Guide

Yes, casual employees can get long service leave in most Australian states. Learn qualifying periods by state (7-10 years), how continuous service works for casuals, pro-rata entitlements, and how to check your eligibility.

5 February 2026

University Student Casual Work Rights: Know Your Entitlements

A guide for university students working casual jobs in Australia. Covers student visa work limits (48 hrs/fortnight), minimum wage, common underpayment in hospitality and retail, tax-free threshold, and super entitlements.

3 February 2026

Can Casual Workers Claim Unfair Dismissal? Your Rights Explained

Yes, some casual employees can claim unfair dismissal in Australia. Learn about the 'regular and systematic' test, minimum employment periods, small business exemptions, and alternative general protections claims.

2 February 2026

Do Casuals Get Sick Leave in Australia? Rights & Alternatives

Casual employees don't get paid sick leave in Australia — but that's not the whole story. Learn about unpaid carer's leave, community service leave, workers' compensation, and how to convert to permanent for sick leave access.

1 February 2026

Casual Minimum Hours: How Many Hours Must Employers Give You?

Do casual employees have minimum hours in Australia? Learn about minimum engagement periods by award, whether your employer can send you home early, roster change rules, and what to do if your hours keep getting cut.

28 January 2026

Casual Employee Rights Australia 2026: The Complete Guide

Everything casual workers need to know about their rights in 2026 — the 25% loading, minimum engagement periods, the new casual definition under the Fair Work Act, and how to tell if you're actually permanent disguised as casual.

27 January 2026

Do Employers Have to Provide Health Insurance in Australia? Your Rights Explained

Unlike the US, Australian employers have no legal obligation to provide health insurance. But salary packaging, enterprise agreements, and corporate health plans can still save you money.

26 January 2026

Salary Packaging Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits: 2026 Guide

How to salary package health insurance in Australia, which workplace wellness benefits are FBT-exempt, and how to negotiate better health benefits in your next role. Complete 2026 guide.

25 January 2026

Right to Disconnect: 6 Months On — What's Changed in Australian Workplaces

The right to disconnect laws have been in effect for 6 months. Here's how they're working in practice, key cases, employer compliance, and what employees need to know about their rights.

22 January 2026

Casual to Permanent Conversion: Your Right to Go Full-Time

Understand your casual conversion rights in Australia for 2026. Learn when your employer must offer permanent employment, how to request conversion, and what to do if your employer refuses.

20 January 2026

Workplace Allowances You Might Be Missing: Travel, Meals, Tools & More

Many Australian workers are missing out on award allowances for travel, meals, tools, uniforms, first aid, and on-call work. Learn how to check your award, claim what you're owed, and understand the tax implications of workplace allowances.

16 January 2026

Working Two Jobs in Australia: Tax, Rights & What Your Employer Can't Stop

Everything you need to know about working two jobs in Australia in 2026. Covers your legal right to secondary employment, tax implications of no tax-free threshold on a second job, super obligations, and what employers can and cannot restrict.

14 January 2026

Redundancy Pay Calculator: Work Out Your Exact Payout

Use our free redundancy pay calculator to work out exactly how much redundancy pay you're entitled to in Australia. Covers NES minimums, service periods, tax-free thresholds, and what to do if your employer won't pay.

12 January 2026

AI and Wage Theft: How Automated Payroll Gets It Wrong in Australia

Automated payroll systems cause widespread underpayment in Australia. Your employer is still liable for AI payroll errors. Learn how to check your pay and recover what you're owed.

11 January 2026

AI Surveillance Laws Australia 2026: State-by-State Guide to Workplace Monitoring

Workplace surveillance laws vary dramatically across Australian states. This 2026 guide covers NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, NT, and ACT rules for AI monitoring at work.

7 January 2026

AI Replacing My Job — Am I Entitled to Redundancy Pay in Australia?

If AI or automation replaces your role, you may be entitled to redundancy pay under the NES. Learn the genuine redundancy test, consultation rights, and how to calculate your payout.

5 January 2026

AI and Workplace Safety: Who's Responsible When Robots Cause Injuries in Australia?

When AI or robots cause workplace injuries in Australia, your employer's WHS duty of care still applies. Know your rights to compensation and who is legally responsible.

2 January 2026

Your Boss Is Using AI to Set Your Roster — Is That Legal in Australia?

AI rostering tools are changing when Australians work. Know your rights around reasonable hours, roster changes, and consultation requirements under the NES and your award.

30 December 2025

AI Monitoring at Work Australia: What Your Employer Can and Can't Track in 2026

Your employer may be using AI to monitor your keystrokes, screen, location, and emails. Know the surveillance laws in your state and your privacy rights at work in Australia.

25 December 2025

$40 Per Hour Annual Salary Australia 2026: Yearly, Monthly & After-Tax Breakdown

Earning $40/hour? That's $83,200/year full-time (40hrs) before tax, or approximately $66,400 after tax. See the complete breakdown and how $40/hr compares to average Australian earnings.

21 December 2025

$30 Per Hour Annual Salary Australia 2026: Yearly, Monthly & After-Tax Breakdown

Earning $30/hour? That's $62,400/year full-time before tax, or approximately $51,800 after tax. See weekly, fortnightly, and monthly figures plus how it compares to the minimum wage.

17 December 2025

$200,000 Salary After Tax Australia 2026: Take-Home Pay at the 45% Tax Bracket

On $200K? You take home approximately $137,488/year or $5,288/fortnight. You're in the top tax bracket at 45%. Full breakdown with Division 293, MLS, HECS, and wealth-building strategies.

15 December 2025

$100,000 Salary After Tax Australia 2026: Take-Home Pay on a Six-Figure Salary

Earning $100K in Australia? Your take-home pay is approximately $76,688/year or $2,949/fortnight after tax. See how much goes to tax, Medicare, HECS, and super. Full monthly and weekly breakdown.

9 December 2025

Can My Employer Change My Roster Without Asking? Roster Change Rights Australia 2026

Your employer changed your hours without asking — is that legal? Most awards require 7 days' notice for roster changes. See your rights, when you can refuse, and how to challenge unfair changes.

5 December 2025

Employer Not Paying Super? Here's Exactly What to Do in 2026 (Step-by-Step)

Missing super contributions? Check your fund, report to the ATO, and recover what you're owed. $5.1B in super goes unpaid each year. Step-by-step guide with free tools to check your super.

30 November 2025

Casual to Permanent Conversion 2026: New Rules, How to Request, and Employer Obligations

Updated casual conversion rules for 2026: employers must now OFFER conversion after 12 months. See the new employee choice pathway, how to request permanent status, and what to do if refused.

26 November 2025

How Much Super Should You Have at 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60? (2026 Benchmarks)

Compare your super balance to the 2026 benchmarks at every age. Average super at 30 is $46K but you need $90K+ to retire comfortably. See targets by age and how to catch up.

25 November 2025

Return to Office Mandates 2026: Your Rights When Your Employer Says 'Come Back'

Major employers are mandating return to office in 2026. Can they force you? What if you refuse? See your options under flexible work laws, when you can push back, and what risks you face.

24 November 2025

AI Replacing Jobs in Australia 2026: Your Redundancy Rights If AI Takes Your Role

Worried AI will replace your job? Australian law still protects you. Employers must consult, offer redeployment, and pay redundancy. See your rights and which jobs are most at risk.

16 November 2025

Carer Payment 2026: Rates, Eligibility & How It Differs from Carer Allowance

Carer Payment is $1,200.90/fn for singles from March 2026 — same rate as the Age Pension. See income/asset tests, work limits, respite days, and the difference from Carer Allowance.

11 November 2025

Family Tax Benefit Part A & B 2025-26: Rates, Income Test & Who Gets It

FTB Part A is up to $227.36/fn per child (0-12) and Part B is $193.34/fn if youngest is under 5. See income tests, thresholds, and calculate your FTB with our free tool.

10 November 2025

Super Changes from 1 July 2026: Payday Super, New Rules & What to Expect

Everything changing for superannuation from 1 July 2026. Payday super replaces quarterly payments, new compliance rules for employers, and what employees need to know. Full timeline and preparation checklist.

4 November 2025

Mental Health Workers Comp Claims: Up 160% — Your Rights and How to Claim

Psychological injury workers comp claims have surged 160%. Stress, bullying, burnout, and trauma at work may entitle you to compensation. State-by-state rules and how to make a claim.

31 October 2025

Salary Packaging Health Insurance: The Tax Trick for Hospital & Charity Workers

Hospital, charity, and not-for-profit employees can salary package their health insurance premiums pre-tax, saving hundreds per year. How it works and who's eligible.

29 October 2025

Division 293 Tax Explained: The Extra Super Tax for High Earners ($250K+)

If your income plus super contributions exceed $250,000, you pay an extra 15% tax on super through Division 293. Learn how it's calculated, when you pay, and strategies to minimise it.

24 October 2025

How Much Super Should You Have at 40? Average Balances vs ASFA Targets

The average super balance at age 40 is $72,000–$130,000. Compare your balance to ATO data, ASFA retirement targets, and learn strategies to close the gap before it's too late.

20 October 2025

Stamp Duty QLD 2026: Transfer Duty Rates & First Home Concessions

Calculate stamp duty in Queensland for 2026. Transfer duty rates, first home buyer concessions on new homes, Great Start Grant, regional incentives, and a free instant calculator.

17 October 2025

Maximum Weekly Hours Australia — How Many Hours Can I Be Made to Work? (2026)

The NES caps ordinary hours at 38 per week, plus reasonable additional hours. Know when you can refuse extra hours and what 'reasonable' means under the Fair Work Act.

9 October 2025

Right to Disconnect Australia — Can I Ignore My Boss After Hours? (2026 Law)

Australia's right to disconnect law started 26 August 2024. Know when you can legally ignore your boss outside work hours, who it applies to, and what counts as an unreasonable refusal.

7 October 2025

Can My Employer Make Me Work Overtime? — Your Rights in Australia (2026)

Know your rights on overtime in Australia. When your employer can and cannot require overtime, maximum hours, penalty rates, and how to refuse unreasonable overtime under the Fair Work Act.

1 October 2025

How Many Sick Days Do You Get in Australia? (2026 Guide)

Full-time employees get 10 days of paid sick leave per year. Part-time is pro-rata. Casuals get unpaid carer's leave. Complete guide to personal/carer's leave rights.

29 September 2025

Am I Being Quiet Fired? 10 Signs Your Employer Wants You Gone (2026 Guide)

10 warning signs of quiet firing in Australia and what to do about it. Covers constructive dismissal, your legal rights, and how to document a pattern of being managed out.

24 September 2025

Salary to Hourly Rate Australia: How to Convert (2026 Calculator)

Convert any annual salary to an hourly rate in Australia. Quick reference table for $30K–$200K salaries. Based on 38-hour standard work week. Free instant calculator.

22 September 2025

Tax on $90,000 Salary Australia: What You Actually Keep (2025-26)

On a $90,000 salary in Australia, you pay approximately $17,788 in income tax plus $1,800 Medicare levy. Take-home pay is $70,412 per year. Full breakdown.

18 September 2025

Tax on $40,000 Salary: Why You Pay Less Than You Think (2025-26)

On a $40,000 salary in Australia, you pay approximately $3,488 in income tax plus $800 Medicare levy. Your take-home pay is $35,712 per year. Full breakdown with calculator.

15 September 2025

"Casual" Workers Winning Permanent Entitlements: The Court Cases Changing Australian Law

Federal Court decisions have ruled that many so-called casual workers are actually permanent employees entitled to leave, redundancy, and back-entitlements. Learn about the landmark cases and your rights.

11 September 2025

Pay Secrecy Clauses Are Now Illegal in Australia — What This Means for You (2026)

Since 7 June 2023, employers can't stop you from discussing your pay. Learn how the new pay secrecy laws work, the penalties employers face, and how pay transparency helps close the gender pay gap.

7 September 2025

Can Your Employer Monitor Your Emails, Computer and Phone? (Australia 2026)

Australian workplace surveillance laws vary by state. Learn whether your employer can monitor your emails, computer, phone, GPS, and CCTV — from NSW's 14-day written notice rule to Victoria's lack of specific legislation. State-by-state guide plus BYOD and remote work considerations.

2 September 2025

Can You Be Fired for Being Sick in Australia? Know Your Legal Protections (2026)

Australian employers cannot simply fire you for being sick — but the protections have limits. Learn about s352 Fair Work Act temporary absence protections, the 3-month rule, workers comp protections, medical certificates, excessive sick leave, and what to do if you're dismissed while ill.

31 August 2025

How to Report a Workplace Hazard in Australia: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Know how to report a workplace hazard in Australia — internal reporting to your HSR and employer, escalating to SafeWork or WorkSafe, provisional improvement notices, cease-work rights under s84 WHS Act, and protection from retaliation. Free step-by-step guide.

25 August 2025

Casual Minimum Shift: Your Employer Can't Send You Home After 1 Hour (2026)

Most modern awards require a minimum 3-hour shift for casual employees. If your employer sends you home after 1 or 2 hours, they must still pay you for the minimum engagement period. Learn the rules by award and how to claim underpayment.

25 August 2025

Lost Super Australia: How to Find & Consolidate for Free (Don't Pay a Third Party)

There's $18.9 billion in lost super in Australia. Yours might be part of it. Here's how to find and consolidate old super accounts for free through myGov — never pay a company to do this.

18 July 2025

How to Check Your Employer Is Paying Super (Step-by-Step via myGov)

Not sure if your boss is paying your super? Here's exactly how to check through myGov and ATO online services, plus what to do if contributions are missing.

14 July 2025

Gig Worker Rights Australia 2026: Are You an 'Employee-Like' Worker?

New laws give gig workers minimum standards and protections against unfair deactivation. Find out if you're an 'employee-like' worker and what rights you now have under Australian law.

10 July 2025

Time in Lieu (TOIL) Australia: Your Rights to Time Off Instead of Overtime Pay

Can your employer give you time off instead of overtime pay? Learn how TOIL works in Australia, when you can refuse, the rules under your award, and what happens when you leave.

7 July 2025

Uber Driver Tax Guide Australia 2026: ABN, GST, Deductions & BAS

Driving for Uber, DiDi or Ola in Australia? You must have an ABN and register for GST from dollar one. Here's your complete guide to tax obligations, deductions, BAS, and how much you'll actually take home.

2 July 2025

How Income Tax Is Calculated in Australia: A Simple Explanation With Examples

Confused about how Australian income tax works? This plain-English guide walks you through progressive tax, marginal rates, the tax-free threshold, and a worked example for $85,000.

30 June 2025

Right to Work From Home Australia 2026: Can Your Employer Refuse?

Do you've the right to work from home in Australia? Learn who can request flexible work, how to apply, when employers can refuse, and what the new 2026 proposals mean for you.

26 June 2025

Payday Super 2026: What Changes 1 July

From 1 July 2026, employers must pay super every pay cycle — not quarterly. Here's what changes, the penalties for late payment, and how to get ready now.

23 June 2025

Redundancy Pay After 15 Years: The NES Rule That Catches People Out

Did you know redundancy pay DROPS after 10 years under the NES? After 15 years of service, you only get 12 weeks — not 16. Learn why, what it means in dollars, and how to negotiate more.

23 June 2025

My Boss Is Threatening to Fire Me — What Should I Do Right Now? [2026 Guide]

Your boss is threatening to fire you. Do not panic. Learn your legal protections, when threats become unlawful, steps to take today, and who to contact for help in Australia.

16 June 2025

Tax Brackets 2026: $0 to $190K+ Rates

0% up to $18,200, 16% to $45K, 30% to $135K, 37% to $190K, 45% above. Enter your salary for a full breakdown with Medicare and HECS.

15 June 2025

AI Workplace Complaints Australia: Your Rights When Employers Use AI

Your employer is introducing AI tools at work. Learn your rights around AI monitoring, surveillance, data privacy, refusal to use AI, and how to make a workplace complaint about AI.

6 June 2025

Contractor vs Employee Australia — How to Tell the Difference

Learn how to determine if you're an employee or independent contractor in Australia. The ATO multi-factor test, sham contracting laws, and how to challenge misclassification.

2 June 2025

Resigning? Your Employer MUST Pay Out All Unused Annual Leave (Here's How Much)

When you resign in Australia, every hour of unused annual leave must be paid out — no exceptions. How it's calculated, leave loading on top, the 7-day deadline, and tax treatment.

1 June 2025

Compassionate Leave: 2 Days Paid per Occasion — Your Boss Can't Say No (2026)

You're entitled to 2 days paid compassionate leave per occasion for death or life-threatening illness of a family member. Even casuals get 2 days (unpaid). What evidence is required.

27 May 2025

Wage Theft in Australia — Now a Criminal Offence (2025)

Wage theft is now a criminal offence in Australia with penalties of up to 10 years' imprisonment. Learn what counts as wage theft, how to report it, and your rights.

26 May 2025

Constructive Dismissal Australia — When You're Forced to Resign

Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer's conduct forces you to resign. Learn what it's, how to prove it, and your options under the Fair Work Act.

22 May 2025

Right to Disconnect Australia — What the New Law Means for You

Australia's right to disconnect law lets employees refuse unreasonable out-of-hours contact. Learn who it covers, what counts as unreasonable, and how the FWC enforces it.

21 May 2025

Can Your Employer Dock Your Pay in Australia?

Your employer generally can't deduct money from your pay in Australia. Learn the strict rules under section 324 of the Fair Work Act, the limited exceptions, and how to recover unauthorised deductions.

12 May 2025

Stand Down vs Redundancy — What's the Difference?

Stand down means temporary unpaid leave while still employed. Redundancy means your job is permanently gone. Learn the key differences, your rights during stand down, and when stand down becomes redundancy.

9 May 2025

Long Service Leave After 7 Years — State-by-State Guide

Long service leave rules vary by state. In some states you can access pro-rata leave after 7 years. Here's a complete breakdown by state and territory.

6 May 2025

Public Holiday Pay: Casuals Get 225-250% — Are You Getting Ripped Off? (2026)

Working a public holiday? Casuals get 225-250% of base rate. Full-timers get a paid day off OR penalty rates if they work. Side-by-side comparison table + free penalty rate calculator.

4 May 2025

Do Apprentices Get Redundancy Pay in Australia?

Apprentices are generally excluded from NES redundancy pay, but there are important exceptions. Learn about post-apprenticeship service, industry schemes, and your rights.

29 April 2025

Payslip Requirements Australia — What Your Employer MUST Include (Checklist)

Australian payslips must include 12 mandatory items or your employer faces fines up to $19,800 per violation. Full checklist: ABN, gross/net pay, super, tax withheld, leave balances, and more. Free 30-second compliance checker.

23 April 2025

Redundancy in New Zealand: Your Rights and What You're Owed

Understand redundancy rights in New Zealand — no statutory redundancy pay, fair process requirements, notice periods, and how to challenge unfair redundancy.

21 April 2025

Minimum Wage New Zealand 2025-26: Current Rates and Entitlements

Current NZ minimum wage rates for 2025-26 including adult, starting-out and training wages. Compare with Australia and understand NZ employment basics.

17 April 2025

Casual Loading: 25% on Top ($31.19/hr)

Casual loading adds 25% to your base rate — that's $31.19/hr on minimum wage. Here's what you get, what you miss, and going permanent.

17 April 2025

Leave Loading: The 17.5% Bonus Most Workers Don't Know They're Owed

Most Australian awards require your employer to pay 17.5% extra when you take annual leave — worth $600+ per year. Millions of workers don't get it. Check if you're owed leave loading.

13 April 2025

Unfair Dismissal in Australia: How to Know If You Have a Case

Was your dismissal unfair? Learn the eligibility rules, 21-day deadline, high income threshold ($175,000), remedies, and how to apply to the Fair Work Commission.

9 April 2025

Penalty Rates Australia 2026: Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday Pay

Your weekend and public holiday penalty rates by award — retail, hospitality, fast food & more. Free calculator shows exactly what you should earn per hour.

8 April 2025

Casual to Permanent Conversion — Your Right to Request Full-Time After 12 Months

After 12 months as a casual, you have the legal right to request permanent employment under the Closing Loopholes Act. Step-by-step: how to make the request, employer response deadlines, grounds for refusal, and how to dispute.

7 April 2025