Media releases
Media Releases | 21 Nov 2014
More than three-quarters of businesses in Tamworth and Armidale in regional NSW are complying with their record-keeping and pay-slip obligations under federal workplace laws, random checks by the Fair Work Ombudsman have revealed.
Media Releases | 20 Nov 2014
The Fair Work Ombudsman today released the findings of its recent pro-active education and compliance campaign into the live production industry on the eastern seaboard.
Media Releases | 19 Nov 2014
The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured more than $17,000 back-pay for three workers through its successful legal action against the former operators of two food retail outlets in Albury, regional NSW.
Media Releases | 19 Nov 2014
The former operators of a regional Victorian restaurant have been fined almost $19,000 for failing to back-pay an underpaid overseas worker.
Media Releases | 18 Nov 2014
Fair Work Ombudsman inspectors will visit mango farms around Katherine, NT, this week to ensure seasonal workers are being paid correctly.
Media Releases | 17 Nov 2014
The Fair Work Ombudsman will meet with key members of the small business community at a roundtable in Melbourne tomorrow.
Media Releases | 13 Nov 2014
An Egyptian migrant who delivered medicines to customers in Sydney was underpaid more than $62,000 over almost four years, it will be alleged in court.
Media Releases | 12 Nov 2014
A Melbourne dental firm has been fined almost $40,000 for failing to back-pay two employees almost $10,000.
Media Releases | 11 Nov 2014
Business operators who underpaid a teenage sales assistant and failed to provide her with sufficient meal, rest and toilet breaks have been fined tens of thousands of dollars following legal action by the Fair Work Ombudsman.
Media Releases | 10 Nov 2014
Strawberry growers in Victoria’s Yarra Valley need to pay greater attention to their obligations under federal workplace laws, according to the Fair Work Ombudsman.
