IR UPDATE
Please see below the upcoming changes to pay rates following the Annual Wage Review in July. Annual Wage Review 2021 • The Fair Work Commission (FWC) announced a 2.5% increase to the national minimum wage • The increase to award wages is in 3 stages • The new national minimum wage is $772.60 per week or $20.33 per hour. 1 July 2021 award increase • Most awards increased from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2021. 1 September 2021 award increase • The increase for the Retail Award applied from the first full pay period on or after 1 September 2021. 1 November 2021 award increase The key awards for our industry will increase from 1 November 2021 and include: • Hospitality Award • Restaurant Award • Registered Clubs Award • Wine Award What happens next? • The THA will provide updated easy reference wage sheets for all members before 1st November 2021 • You can also find the new minimum pay rates in Fair Work Pay guides, for all awards that increase • Those covered by a registered agreement should check with THA to ascertain if it applies • Increase to the super guarantee • From 1 July 2021, the superannuation guarantee increased to 10% for eligible employees. • The Australian Taxation Office gives information and advice on superannuation. Learn more about the changes at Australian Taxation Office – Super guarantee rate rising 1 July. Public Holidays October- November 2021 With show season upon us please note the following upcoming Public Holidays and observed in each area as applicable and prescribed as a public holiday under the Statutory Holidays Act 2000 (TAS) • Thursday 21st October Royal Hobart Show • All of Tasmania south of and including Oatlands and Swansea also Bronte Park, Strathgordon, Tarraleah, and Wayatinah-Excludes West Coast • Monday 1st November Recreation Day • All of Tasmania except those that observe Royal Regatta Day • Friday 26th November Devonport Show • Municipal areas of Devonport, Kentish and Latrobe Members should refer to the Award relevant to their business for the full extent of employee entitlements.
VISITOR EXPERIENCE TRAINING
FIND YOUR DREAM JOB IN THE TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
Visitor Experience Training (VXT) works hand in hand with the hospitality and tourism industry in Tasmania to offer a range of practical courses designed to equip participants with the required knowledge and skills for their chosen career, with a core focus on how to deliver a truly unique Tasmanian experience in their field. AVAILABLE COURSES The following courses will be scheduled around Tasmania from November. Visit our website for more information.
We are excited to be working with our industry partners to develop a dedicated hospitality and tourism jobs portal. Set to launch in November 2021, it will house a range of available positions across the industry making it a fantastic resource for those seeking employment and a great way for employers to reach their ideal candidates.
∙ Bar Attendant ∙ Coffee Basics ∙ Room Attendant ∙ Food and Beverage Attendant ∙ Front of House Essentials ∙ Cafe Operations
Contact VXT E: info@vxt.org.au T: 0497 473 848 vxt.org.au
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Enquires? Contact Merv Saltmarsh Email merv@tha.asn.au or call (03) 6220 7305
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