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We're here to give you information and advice about your workplace rights and obligations.

Can you be paid in food, drink or accommodation for attending meetings or training?It’s a myth. If you have to be at work to attend meetings or training, your time needs to be paid in money. Check out our other common myths.
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Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) Compulsory staff training is work time & should be paid. Check out our other myths and tips: https://t.co/V5ie7W5p9x https://t.co/1uFkKqxcoj 4 hours ago
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) 🤑 Minimum pay rates are a thing. Make sure you know your award rates so you can check you’re getting the 💰 you’re e… https://t.co/vuTcNaBbOZ 6 hours ago
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) Did you know superannuation contributions need to be listed on pay slips? It’s a common error we see. Find out mor… https://t.co/Xjvljnqlqm 10 hours ago
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) Think your boss is dodgy when it comes to pay? Ask for our help to resolve the issue or report it to us anonymously https://t.co/0zAgfslX6o yesterday
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) #Popquiz What’s a lawful pay rate? A It’s set in a contract. B It’s at least the minimum rate that applies under t… https://t.co/RcQnt05Mrl yesterday

We're here to give you information and advice about your workplace rights and obligations.