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The benefits of taking annual leave in 2025

"How was your weekend?"

"Way too short!"

Leave in Australia: A comprehensive guide to types of leave for employers

As an employer, you need to understand what leave your employees are entitled to under the National Employment Standards (NES), and what requirements and responsibilities employees have when applying

Understanding family and domestic violence leave in Australia

Domestic violence in Australia is recognised as a major public health, welfare, and social problem. It is estimated to cost Australian employers $175 million a year in direct and indirect costs due

5 reasons why leave management is important in 2025

When it comes to managing and recording employee leave, it might be easy to take the “she'll be right” approach. But there are some really good reasons why you should diligently manage, track, and

Sick leave: Frequently asked questions

Answers to questions MyHR receives from its members about employee's entitlement to sick and carer's leave, taking sick leave, and employers' rights and obligations.

Managing sick leave: An employers guide to absenteeism

Sick leave is paid time off work when an employee, spouse, partner, dependent child or other dependent is unwell or injured (including stress and pregnancy).

Pay and payroll mistakes that can cost your business

Updated: 20 March 2025.

Getting pay or payroll wrong is a major risk for any business. Errors can be costly not only in terms of money and time, they could land you in seriously hot water, legally.

Understanding public holidays and what to pay workers in Australia

Updated: 26 February 2025

We frequently get questions from employers about public holiday regulations and what to pay employees for public holidays.

Complete people and payroll management with MyHR and CloudPayroll

It's essential for all companies to manage holidays and leave effectively and efficiently. It helps ensure every team member gets their proper leave entitlements, so they stay healthy and motivated,

How to set up your Xero Payroll + MyHR Integration

About Xero Payroll

Simplify compliance and reporting with Xero Single Touch Payroll. MyHR integrates perfectly with Xero payroll software allowing employees to view their current leave balances,