Sunshine Coast farms and eateries checked for underpayments

The Fair Work Ombudsman is making surprise inspections of farms and eateries on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast this week to check workers are getting the right pay.

Changes to overtime and penalty rates in the Professional Employees Award

Find out more about upcoming changes to overtime and penalty rates for employees covered by the Professional Employees Award.

Former western Sydney restaurant operators in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the former operators of a western Sydney restaurant that specialised in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Southern Cross Care in Tasmania signs Enforceable Undertaking

Tasmania’s largest aged care operator, Southern Cross Care (Tasmania) Inc, is back-paying staff almost $6.9 million and has signed an Enforceable Undertaking (EU) with the Fair Work Ombudsman.

Former Brisbane restaurant operator in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the former operators of two restaurants in the Brisbane CBD.

Security services company faces court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against an Adelaide-based company that provides nightclub and event security services around Australia.

Victorian celery farm underpaid migrants more than $91,000, FWO alleges

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against one of Australia’s largest celery producers, alleging it underpaid three visa holders $91,907 across one year.

Acoustic engineering consultancy business in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the operator of a Sydney-based business that provides acoustic engineering consultancy services.

Former Gosford bistro operators penalised

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured $9,990 in penalties in court against the former operators of a bistro restaurant business on NSW’s Central Coast.

Newcastle day care centre in court

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against a day care centre in Newcastle.