Changes to the Alpine Resorts Award 2010.

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The Fair Work Commission has issued changes to the Alpine Resorts Award 2010, which will take effect from the start of the first full pay period starting on or after 1 January 2018.

What are the changes?

The changes provide for the following:

• removal of the 8.33% loading for seasonal employees
• inclusion of annual leave loading (at 17.5% of the base rate of pay)
• application of overtime penalty rates to casual employees

What do employers do now?

The changes take effect from the start of the first full pay period starting on or after 1 January 2018 so it is important that employers ensure they are paying employees the correct rates, taking the above into account.

For advice on the changes and the updated rates contact Employsure on 1300 651 415.

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