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Nearly $1 million in penalties ordered in matter involving threats to kill migrant workers’ families
The FWO has secured $966,890 in penalties in a case involving exploitation of Filipino workers by the director of a Canberra massage parlour who threatened to have workers’ families killed.
Closing Loopholes: Fair Work Act changes
The Australian Government has made changes to workplace laws as part of their ‘Closing Loopholes’ reforms.
Changes to age group descriptions in 34 awards
The Fair Work Commission has made changes to the age group descriptions in 34 awards to make them clearer.
Changes to the Architects Award
From 1 January 2024, the ‘Prescribed Competencies’ in the Architects Award will be replaced.
New rules for fixed term contracts
Find information about changes to fixed term contracts that apply from 6 December 2023.
Changes to Supported Employment Services Award
From 30 June 2023, there are changes to the Supported Employment Services (SES) Award.
Secure Jobs, Better Pay
The Australian Government has amended the Fair Work Act to include a range of new workplace laws. Find out more.
Important information for the building and construction industry
From 10 November 2022, the Australian Building and Construction Commission’s role enforcing the Fair Work Act in the building and construction industry will transfer to the Fair Work Ombudsman.
1 July 2022 changes to Social, Community, Home care & Disability Services Award
Find out more about the 1 July 2022 changes to part-time employee and other entitlements under the Social, Community, Home care and Disability Services Industry (SCHADS) Award.
Flooding in parts of Australia
Learn about your workplace rights and responsibilities if you're affected by flooding.
