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We're here to give advice and help you understand your workplace rights and responsibilities. If you have a question or problem relating to your workplace, you've come to the right website. The role of the Fair Work Ombudsman is to work with employees, employers, contractors and the community to promote harmonious, productive and cooperative workplaces. We investigate workplace complaints and enforce compliance with Australia's workplace laws.

Fair Work Ombudsman News

Latest news from the Fair Work Ombudsman

09 Feb 2010

Port Fairy restaurant allegedly underpaid casual waitresses almost $8000 - The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched a prosecution against the former owner of a Port Fairy restaurant for allegedly underpaying three workers almost $8000.

09 Feb 2010

Security contractor faces court for allegedly underpaying workers $23,000 - The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched a prosecution against a NSW security contracting company and its director for allegedly underpaying two workers more than $23,000.

08 Feb 2010

Fair Work inspectors to call on Northern Victorian employers - The Fair Work Ombudsman has announced plans to step up scrutiny of employers in Northern Victoria.

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