industrial relations
Australia Day and public holiday confusion – what you need to know about hours and pay
This Sunday January 26 is Australia Day, meaning that for the majority of Australians, Monday January 27 is a public holiday.
Breadtop bakery opts to self-audit pay packets following complaints
Bakery franchise Breadtop has made an agreement with the Fair Work Ombudsman to ensure its 800 plus employees are receiving their full entitlements.
Noodle chain accused of short-changing workers, paying them $530 for 60 hours a week
Employees at the Yummy Noodle Box chain have been underpaid $642,311 over a three year period, the Fair Work Ombudsman has alleged.
Business named and shamed by Fair Work Ombudsman gets reduction in penalties: Case upheld by Federal Court
The Federal Court has upheld an earlier ruling that “misleading” press releases issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman should reduce the penalty given to a business found to be underpaying one of their workers.
Employees warned #dontpoststuffaboutwork, or risk getting fired
Ever vented about a bad day at the office online, or wanted to tell the twittersphere how much you hate your boss? A Fair Work commissioner is warning workers to be careful about their tweets.
Business groups call for moderation on minimum wage increases
Business groups are calling for a cautious approach to minimum wage rate increases this year, reflective of the tough economic conditions still faced by many sectors.
Fair Work Ombudsman orders back payment to truck driver of $52,000
The Fair Work Ombudsman has intervened to secure the back payment of $52,000 to a truck driver in Northern Queensland.
10 unfair dismissal cases examined: Key lessons for SMEs
Here are 10 lessons which could keep you from being hauled before the Fair Work Commission.
Australia Post franchisees rail against any move to privatisation
Franchisees have condemned any moves to sell off Australia Post, after privatisation was put back on the agenda by Australian Competition and Consumer Commission chairman Rod Sims.
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