Business Embassy

Does regional road safety matter?
The Eyre Hub team at Kimba, SA have spent much time and energy lobbying for government and industry support to build a decent truck stop nearest their town. Located Halfway across Australia", on the nation-critical A1 Eyre Highway, the community-based project has many supporters yet needs more public commitment to deliver. The Eyre Hub initiative is to provide purpose-built facilities for road train and truck driver rest, repair and changeover.
Thank you to the BigRig Magazine for your feature article! https://lnkd.in/ganxPHxM
If you want to support the Eyre Hub initiative - please feel free to contact [email protected] and complete the QR code survey below.

Fair Work Ombudsman finds a mixed bag as Ag sector inspections continue - Fair Work Ombudsman The Fair Work Ombudsman is urging agriculture sector employers to prioritise compliance, having fined employers $316,860 nationally and recovered $72,301 for underpaid workers.

A timely reminder to all the Ag businesses .....you need to know that claiming ignorance or "turning a blind eye" is a direct path to hefty fines by the Fair Work Commission and Fair Work Ombudsman. Unfortunately, the employment laws are not easy for everyone to understand. So, if you need help with your employment processes, payroll or paying employees - please message me. Here's the latest media release from the Fair Work Ombudsman which is targeting AG businesses.... Kath

Fair Work Ombudsman finds a mixed bag as Ag sector inspections continue - Fair Work Ombudsman The Fair Work Ombudsman is urging agriculture sector employers to prioritise compliance, having fined employers $316,860 nationally and recovered $72,301 for underpaid workers.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-02/minimum-wage-increased-by-5-75-per-cent-2023/102426044

Australian minimum wage increased by 5.75 per cent in Fair Work Commission decision Australia's minimum wage has increased by 5.75 per cent, which is lower than the current rate of inflation of 7 per cent.

https://youtu.be/DbbNzlpDHhY

Kimba Needs a Doctor

Crushing it together Yesterday was a significant and proud moment for BHP’s Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) team, as we formally announced and celebrated an historic agreement with PMW Industries. Led by Banjima business owner, Paula White, PMW is a 100 per cent owned and operated Banjima Pilbara Aboriginal Traditio...

Congratulations PMW Industries, an amazing achievement, great day! Kath

If you employ people in Western Australia - did you know that several of the employment laws recently changed - including the Long Service Leave Act - (which applies to most WA employers) - here's a link to check out how the WA LSL Act now applies to your staff: https://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/labour-relations/long-service-leave-0 And, don't forget if you need help with employment matters drop us an IM.

Long service leave State employment laws are changing early in 2022 Learn more at Upcoming changes to state employment laws in Western Australia.

Happiness, hope and joy of the young budding Kimba artists. Eyre Business is delighted with our latest window display. Kathx

Our top 3 lessons learned for creating our Eyre Business Centre 1) it's all about the comfy chairs, 2) and the heating/cooling and 3) and, having quiet work/confidential business chats. Pop in and check our Eyre Business Centre if you're nearby. Kath

Need a space to work, study or for personal business? Contact our friendly staff for more information.

Are your BOOTs clean?

ARE your BOOTs clean?
With the National Wage Increase looming, it's the perfect time to check your BOOTs. All above Award wages/salaries paid to staff need to be checked at least once a year to ensure they meet the Better Off Overall Test.

Our top three tips for a good BOOT?
1) know your Award inside and out (or get help from someone who does)
2) ensure your employees have been provided with a spelt out list of what is in their Above Award rate/salary amount - are your Letters of Employment keeping up to date?
3) keep all your payroll records, including timesheets, overtime, meal breaks, leave approvals and emails references

Remember: We're here if you need help with pay rate calculations, rosters, letters of employment updates, payroll audits and more. IM for our contact details.

ARE your BOOTs clean?
With the National Wage Increase looming, it's the perfect time to check your BOOTs. All above Award wages/salaries paid to staff need to be checked at least once a year to ensure they meet the Better Off Overall Test.

Our top three tips for a good BOOT?
1) know your Award inside and out (or get help from someone who does)
2) ensure your employees have been provided with a spelt out list of what is in their Above Award rate/salary amount - are your Letters of Employment keeping up to date?
3) keep all your payroll records, including timesheets, overtime, meal breaks, leave approvals and emails references

Remember: We're here if you need help with pay rate calculations, rosters, letters of employment updates, payroll audits and more. IM for our contact details.