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Salaries Rising in Australia

February 23, 2026

Advertised salaries in January showed the fastest growth in almost six months, rising 0.3 percent and contributing to a 3.8 percent annual gain overall. Growth in advertised salaries for HR and recruitment roles was 2.1 percent year-on-year, reflecting continued demand even amid slower employment gains. Education and community services sectors led salary increases, while science and technology saw stagnant growth. Rising advertised wages may help job seekers see real wage gains if living costs remain stable. Higher mortgage costs could offset these gains for workers soon. Read more.

HR Insights: Designing HR for Constant Change

Host Bill Banham speaks with Perry Timms, author of Transformational HR and founder of PTHR. The discussion centers on how HR leaders can design for ongoing change rather than respond after disruption occurs.

Timms outlines an updated HR operating model grounded in product thinking, systems design, and behavioral science. He explains how HR services can be managed as evolving products, how hiring can focus on learning speed, and how employee experiences can adapt without exhausting teams.

The episode shares adoption stories from charities, construction, and hospitality, showing how sectors apply shared principles in different ways. Timms also presents the idea of a polymorphic organization, where structured governance coexists with flexible networks that support innovation. Read more.

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HR Tips and Tricks

Tip: Track the ratio of external hires to internal promotions each quarter. This metric helps HR measure talent development strength, showing whether internal talent pipelines are working and where targeted upskilling might be needed.

Trick: Track the ratio of external hires to internal promotions each quarter. This metric helps HR measure talent development strength, showing whether internal talent pipelines are working and where targeted upskilling might be needed.

HR Case Files: Harassment Claim Lawsuit Against Employer

A federal lawsuit alleges that an employee was fired by Lockheed Martin and its unit after reporting repeated harassment, including a physical incident. The suit claims HR did not act on multiple reports filed over months, raising questions about workplace safety and responsiveness. The complaint highlights gaps in HR investigation and employee protection processes. It points to the importance of clear reporting mechanisms and follow-up procedures to prevent escalation. The case may influence how companies document and address harassment claims. Read more.

Key Takeaways:

  • HR reportedly received multiple harassment reports but failed to act.

  • Allegations include lack of documentation and corrective action.

HR Toolkit

Resources

A wide range of human resources software options exists to support HR functions across organisations. Tools cover areas such as recruitment, performance management, people management, payroll, and HR information systems (HRIS). Software like Zenefits, Namely, UKG, and BambooHR can handle core tasks such as payroll automation, benefits administration, applicant tracking, time tracking, and employee engagement. A strong HR platform helps centralize employee data and automate routine tasks, allowing HR teams to focus on strategic work. Know more.

Events

Michigan Health & Hospital Association will host the 2026 Human Resources Conference on March 24 in Lansing. A keynote session will explore reputation management as it ties to HR leadership challenges, such as performance management and conflict resolution in complex workplaces. Practical strategies will be shared that HR professionals can apply to enhance organizational credibility and culture. Registration is open for HR leaders seeking actionable insights.

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