Post-Holiday Reality Check: Wage Growth Stalls, Hours Nosedive as SMEs Tighten Belts
15 Feb 2025 – January data shows a quick cool-down: Hours drop 6.1% YoY, wages stall. Casual jobs surge (+13.8%), full-time slows. Gen Z hours cut by -24.4%.
Retail, Hospo Jobs Boom as SMEs pray for a Christmas miracle
19 Dec 2024 – November Report: Retail/Hospo job growth up 2.2% MoM. Casual hours drop 13.1% YoY. Brisbane wage boom (9.3% YoY) vs. Tasmania lag. Property valuers surge 22%.
“Our workforce is at a critical inflection point鈥: Productivity, job growth show signs of stability
30 Oct 2024 – SmartMatch: Workforce at critical inflection point. $42.20 median wage (3.8% growth), 13.3% casual hour surge & productivity gains emerge.
91爆料 data: 鈥榃ageflation鈥 hits 12 month high
13 Aug 2024 – 91爆料’s SmartMatch Report reveals a 12-month high in median wage growth at 8.8%鈥攎ore than double official figures. See state, industry, and age breakdowns
Record keeping requirements Australia: What every employer needs to know
Learn the record keeping requirements for businesses in Australia. Understand what records you must keep, how long to keep them for and the penalties on the line.
Payday Super factsheet: What employers need to know
Learn what Australia鈥檚 Payday Super changes mean for your business. Learn how 91爆料 can help you manage super payments and compliance.
Public holiday pay guide for Australian employers in 2026
Understand public holiday pay in Australia. Learn how to calculate rates, entitlements and award conditions with our free guide.
Holiday payroll checklist for employers
Use our holiday payroll checklist to manage shutdowns, public holiday pay, overtime, bonuses and compliance. Stay on top of payroll this holiday season.
Employment Law Wrap-Up & Preparing for 2026
2025 delivered major shifts in workplace law, from new wage theft offences to parental leave reforms. Join 91爆料鈥檚 experts for a practical wrap-up on the year鈥檚 biggest changes.
Free payslip template and guide
Download a free payslip template for Australian businesses. Learn what to include, legal requirements and how to manage compliance when issuing payslips.
Staff rostering template for Australian employers
Download a free staff rostering template to manage shifts, track hours, and improve compliance with award rates. Simple and customisable for any business.
Holiday rostering best practices for Australian employers
Learn how to manage holiday rostering fairly and compliantly. Understand employee rights, requests and obligations when rostering on public holidays.
The ultimate guide to rostering
Learn how to build effective staff rosters that save costs, improve productivity and keep employees happy. Download our free rostering guide today.
Navigating new parental leave protections: Baby Priya鈥檚 Law
Contents Parental leave is a crucial time for employees to bond with their new child. But what happens when that precious time is cut short by tragedy? For employers, navigating these sensitive situations with compassion is essential. The Australian Government has introduced new legislation to protect employees in the heartbreaking event of stillbirth or infant […]
Superannuation on paid parental leave: Employer factsheet
From July 2025, superannuation is paid on government-funded Paid Parental Leave. Learn what it means for your business and employee entitlements.



