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Operator of vehicle repair business faces court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the operator of a vehicle repair and maintenance business based in Brisbane, Queensland.

Plumbing company operators penalised $29,970

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured $29,970 in penalties in court against the operators of a plumbing company located in Wagga Wagga, regional NSW.

Brisbane transport company penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a total of $31,968 in penalties in court against a Brisbane-based road freight transport company and a company director.

NSW contract cleaning business penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a total of $15,984 in penalties in court against a contract cleaning business located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales and its director.

New minimum wage guarantee for pieceworkers

There are new minimum hourly rates and requirements for pieceworkers in the Horticulture Award, starting in April 2022. Find out more.

Horticulture Award changes start today

The Fair Work Ombudsman is reminding horticulture employers that changes to the Horticulture Award commence today, including the new minimum wage guarantee for pieceworkers.

Central Queensland sole trader in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the operator of an accommodation services business in central Queensland.

Sydney café operators in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the operators of a café in inner Sydney.

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Unpaid family and domestic violence leave entitlements

Find out about unpaid family and domestic violence leave entitlements, including recent changes to some awards.