Bakers Delight franchisor faces Court

The FWO has commenced legal action against the Australian franchisor of the Bakers Delight chain, alleging it is legally liable for extensive underpayments at three Hobart stores.

NSW health food retailer penalised

The FWO has secured $54,264 in court penalties against the operators of a health food retailer in regional northern NSW for failing to pay compensation to two unfairly dismissed workers.

Darwin burger outlet in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the operator of a burger outlet in Darwin.

Former recruitment company in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against a former Gold Coast-based recruitment company and its general manager.

Queensland labour-hire company penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a $106,430.63 court penalty against a labour-hire company, after it underpaid dozens of vulnerable visa holders working on farms in Far North Queensland.

Abolition of the ABCC and ROC

Find information about the abolition of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) and the Registered Organisations Commission (ROC).

Changes to Supported Employment Services Award

From 30 June 2023, there are changes to the Supported Employment Services (SES) Award.

Gender equality measures and small claims process

Find information about changes to support gender equality. We also have information about changes to the small claims process.

Minimum wage increases tomorrow

The national minimum wage will increase tomorrow to $23.23 per hour (up from $21.38) or $882.80 per week (up $70.20 from $812.60) based on a 38-hour week for a full-time employee.

Former regional Victorian eatery operators in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the former operators of an eatery in regional Victoria.