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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...
The Live Performance Award has recently been updated following the Fair Work Commission flagging some errors or confusing wording in the previous iteration.Â
Changes to Working Through Meal Breaks
If an employee is required to work through their allocated meal break, full time and part time employ...
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
BackgroundÂ
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) launched a three‑year “Horticulture St...
Do you have or are about to welcome a new bub? This one is for you!Â
Starting today, Paid Parental Leave (PPL) in Australia is increasing by 2 weeks, bringing the total to 120 days. This applies to babies born or adopted on or after July 1st, 2025.Â
Even better, from July 1st, 2026, it will increa...
From July 1st, the national minimum wage set by Fair Work across Australia is going to increase. Here’s everything you need to know! Â
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What has changed?Â
The Fair Work Commission has set a 3.5% increase to both the National Minimum Wage and the Minimum Award Wages. Â
The National Minimum Wage ...
