Carpentry business operator penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured more than $9,000 in penalties and back-payment orders in court against the operator of a carpentry business in Melbourne, for a deliberate breach that impacted a young apprentice.

Former Gami Chicken & Beer outlet operators penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a total of $76,387 in penalties and back-pay orders in court against the former operators of a Gami Chicken & Beer franchisee outlet in Melbourne, for breaches affecting young and migrant workers.

Melbourne food outlet operators penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured $29,924 in penalties in court against the former operators of a take-away food outlet in Melbourne.

Residential construction business operators penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured more than $40,000 in penalties and back-payment orders in court against the operators of a residential construction business in Melbourne.

Payday Super: New rules starting 1 July 2026

From 1 July 2026, employers need to pay superannuation contributions at the same time they pay their employees’ wages. The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is responsible for implementing the new rules.

Monash University signs Enforceable Undertaking

Monash University will complete more than $20.7 million in payments, including interest and superannuation, to 10,877 underpaid staff as part of entering into an Enforceable Undertaking (EU) with the Fair Work Ombudsman.

Fair Work Ombudsman spotlights Coffs Harbour, announces latest horticulture results

The Fair Work Ombudsman is keeping the pressure on employers in Australia’s horticulture troublespots, with snap inspections of labour hire providers and growers in the Coffs Harbour region this week.

Former construction business operator penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a $6,000 penalty in court against the former operator of a construction business in Melbourne.

Queensland café director in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the former sole director of a cafe and kiosk company in South-East Queensland.

Early Childhood Education and Care Worker Retention Payment

Find out about workplace instruments for the purpose of the Early Childhood Education and Care Worker Retention Payment.