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.

2022 - 2023 Annual Wage Review

From 1 July 2023, the National Minimum Wage and minimum award wages increased. Calculate your new pay rates now.

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.

Disability support services company in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against a company that provides home care and disability services in South-East Queensland.

Former automotive repair operator penalised again

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured penalties in Court for a second time against the former operator of an automotive repair and service business in Melbourne for a breach affecting a young apprentice.