Massage parlour owner prosecuted for death threats and wage theft of migrant workers

The promise of work turned into a nightmare for these migrant workers.

The fines are only adding up for this café operator

A Marrickville-based café is the latest business to face significant penalties after underpaying two employees and failing to comply with a Compliance Notice issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman.

4 million reasons why underpaying staff is a recipe for disaster

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The Fair Work Ombudsman has announced it has secured a $4 million fine against the popular Taiwanese dumpling restaurant for intentionally underpaying staff and falsifying records

Right to entry: what is it and why must businesses understand it?

The FWO defines the right of entry in the workplace as the ability for union officials to enter a workplace or business premise to investigate suspected contraventions of the Fair …

Understanding overtime in the case of dual roles

It is crucial that employers understand how and where overtime payments may be required to ensure compliance with relevant industrial instruments.

The FWO sends a warning to all franchisors and franchisees

In July 2023, the Fair Work Ombudsman announced it had commenced legal action against an Australian franchisor – Bakers Delight.

Workplace harassment

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Harassment in the workplace refers to unwelcome conduct or behaviour based upon a particular personal characteristic such as age, race, gender, disability, religion, or sexuality.

The 10-million-dollar compliance mistakes CBA made, and how to avoid them

After a thorough investigation and prosecution, the FWO secured a record $10.34 million in penalties against CBA and CommSec for serious contraventions of the Fair Work Act.

Keeping HR healthy at Country to Coast PHN

When Country to Coast Queensland PHN began searching for an HR provider to assist with its people management obligations, it was an easy decision.

The basics of writing a written warning

When utilising written warnings, employers must ensure that the correct information is included, and the disciplinary process is followed properly.