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An Employers Guide to Redundancy Pay [With Calculator]

Learn how to calculate and manage redundancy payments in Australia. Your step-by-step guide to severance pay requirements and obligations.

What’s the Difference Between Redundancy and Severance Pay?

Upon termination employees are often entitled to different forms of compensation. Here we discuss two of them - redundancy and severance pay.

Contractor Versus Subcontractor: What’s the Difference? (2026 Update)

As a business owner, it's likely you'll have to hire a contractor and subcontractor at some point. Read this guide to find out what they are.

Garden Leave: Advantages and Disadvantages

Wondering if you should have a garden leave clause in your employment contract? Check out the advantages and disadvantages of garden leave.

Most Read Small Business Legal Guides

How to Start a Massage Therapy Business

Want to start your own massage therapy business? Read this article to find out what you'll need and how you can get started.

What Are the Different Kinds of Patents?

Find out which patent is right for you.

Final Warning Letter Sample

Learn how to create your free Final Warning Letter using our sample.

Is It Legal to Sign on Someone Else’s Behalf? (2026 Update)

As a general rule, signing on someone else's behalf is legal so long as you are authorised to sign for them. Find out more here.

How Long Should Your Notice Period Be?

A notice period is a crucial time for you and your employer to prepare for your departure. Find out how long yours should be here.

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