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In the 2024-25 financial year, the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) reclaimed $358 million in unpaid wages for over 249,000 underpaid Australian workers.Â
Backpay claims continue to be one of the most common (and costly) compliance issues facing Australian employers. Even well-intentioned businesses can f...
When starting a new position, for full time and part time employees there is typically a probation period in place. This gives an opportunity for both the employer and employee to make sure that it's the right fit, and that the employee is suitable for the role that they've been hired for.Â
For emp...
Although similarly named and both independent government agencies, the Fair Work Commission and Ombudsman are separate bodies. Â
The Fair Work Ombudsman, or the FWO, provides advice and education for employers and employees. Although they can’t change legislation they can investigate many issues, i...
Are you in the Horticulture industry? The Fair Work Ombudsman has announced key regions of non-compliance and will be conducting follow‑up inspections targeting the most non‑compliant regions commencing immediately. Â
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The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) launched a three‑year “Horticulture St...
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Twenty years since it was first enacted, in 2024 the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 was reviewed by the Victorian Sentencing Advisory Council. This review was requested by the Victorian Government to make any recommendations for reform based on an examination of the current sen...
We know that reading and understanding an employment contract can feel overwhelming, especially if it's your first job or you're starting a new role. That's why we've put together a quick guide to help you navigate key points and legal entitlements. It's important to understand what you're agreeing ...
In April 2025, the Fair Work Ombudsman rolled out a Payroll Remediation Program (PRP) Guide to assist medium-large scale businesses with rectifying underpayment issues and improving compliance moving forward.Â
The guide has been introduced due to a significant increase in self-reported underpayment...
