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18.02.2024
CBA fined $10.3m for wage theft
In a notable development for the finance industry, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has faced hefty fines for long-standing wage discrepancies involving thousands of its staff members. The Federal Court has penalized the bank due to admissions ...
11.02.2024
Drewmaster Faces Repercussions Following Wrongful Dismissal Case
Drewmaster, a prominent company in the manufacturing sector, is embroiled in a significant legal issue after a wrongful dismissal case brought against it by a former employee. The case highlights broader concerns regarding employment practices and the ...
11.02.2024
Optus Retail signs Enforceable Undertaking
Optus is set to reimburse over $7.8 million to rectify underpayments for its retail workforce across Australia, following an agreement with the Fair Work Ombudsman. This compensation will be disbursed by Optus Retailco, which oversees Optus stores ...
02.02.2024
Frequently asked payroll questions
Here’s a couple of FAQs that we have had a lot on our payroll helpdesk recently. Q: If an employee terminates and does not give notice, can I deduct the amount from the employees’ wages? A: It will depend on the employee’s award or agreement. Many Awards ...
02.02.2024
Final person sentenced over Operation Elbrus tax fraud
A Sutherland man has been jailed by the Supreme Court of NSW for his role in a $105 million tax fraud, becoming the final person to be sentenced under Operation Elbrus. The man was sentenced yesterday (Thursday, 1 February, 2024) to four and a half ...
28.01.2024
FWO urges compliance with Closing Loopholes law changes
Employers and employees should educate themselves on the new Closing Loopholes workplace laws and make sure they are compliant, the Fair Work Ombudsman said. Fair Work Ombudsman Anna Booth said there were important changes to the Fair Work Act that have ...
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