Keeping you posted

I aim to share short, informative posts on current developments and ideas in the HR space that are of practical use to employers and employees alike!

I want to make sure you always know what is happening in the world of human resources. Here I provide you with latest news and updates from Essential HR, as I identify them. This includes my own analyses, summaries of key legal developments month by month, and useful tips for your organisation.


Covid-19 Update - Preparing for Traffic Lights

Guidance on preparing for the Covid-19 Protection Framework...

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Covid-19 – Managing Vaccinations for those not covered under the Order Mandating vaccinations

Thursday 4th November 2021 While the requirements for businesses covered under the Vaccination Mandate are now clearer (see our update 26th Oct), those who are not covered by the mandate have…

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Covid19 - Vaccinations Policy for Non-Mandated positions

Wednesday 27th October 2021   Can a customer require my staff be vaccinated? How does the traffic light system affect me and my business? What must I do if I believe my…

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Covid-19, Mandatory Vaccinations – Now legal

Tuesday 26th October 2021 This is for Health and Education sectors.

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Covid-19, Mandatory Vaccinations

Information and guidance regarding mandatory vaccinations under the COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021

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Covid-19, Vaccinations and Other Legislation Updates

The latest information that you need to know!

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Covid-19 – Applying for a Wage Subsidy – Deadline Thursday 2nd Sept

Don't miss your chance to apply for the Wage Subsidy for the period 17th-30th August!

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Covid-19 – Preparing for Level 3

Monday 28th August 2021   In this Update: Operating under Level 3 Crossing boundaries Extra Counselling Support for preschool/school teachers Wage Subsidy Questions (subsidy for casuals and payment at 80%)   Operating under Level 3I am longing for level…

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Covid-19 – Accessing Resurgence Support

Tuesday 24th August 2021 The sad thing, of course, is that we are still at level 4 – but we need to keep SI free of cases, so let’s trust this…

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Covid-19 – Accessing Support and Impact of levels

Lockdown has been extended... Here is what you need to know!

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Keeping You Posted

11 April 2024

Essential Update - 11th April 2024

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10 January 2024

Essential Update - First update of 2024

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4 December 2023

Final 2023 Essential Update

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