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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.

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26 Jul 2010

Company director fined over underpayments - A Sydney company director has been fined $16,900 for his involvement in the underpayment of eight of his former staff.

26 Jul 2010

Hamilton transport company fined for underpaying truck driver - A transport company at Hamilton in South-West Victoria has been fined $25,000 for underpaying one of its truck drivers.

26 Jul 2010

Fair Work inspectors to make educational visits to employers in north Sydney suburbs - The Fair Work Ombudsman will make educational visits to about 110 businesses in North Ryde, 60 in Chatswood, 60 in Brookvale and 50 in Hornsby over the next six weeks.

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