The Fair Work Ombudsman is Australia's workplace regulator. We help everyone in Australia follow the laws that make all workplaces equal and fair.

Our Dispute Assistance service is a fast and no-cost way for employers and employees to resolve their issues with the help of a Fair Work Ombudsman Officer (FWO Officer).

Our website gives information about workplace laws under the Fair Work Act. We also give advice on entitlements at work, like hours of work and final pay, for common awards and industries.

The Fair Work Ombudsman acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, waters, skies and communities. We pay our respects to …

Jul 1, 2009 · Learn who’s covered by the Fair Work system and what that means for workplace rights and responsibilities.

Find out the difference between the 2 agencies. The Fair Work Ombudsman acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, …

We regulate laws that affect Australia’s workplaces. Learn more about the Fair Work system and changes to legislation and awards.

Hours of work, breaks and rosters Find out about ordinary and overtime hours, breaks and rosters in your industry.

Our purpose is to promote harmonious, productive, cooperative and compliant workplace relations in Australia.

The Fair Work Act prohibits sexual harassment connected to work, including in the workplace. This means workers, future workers and people conducting a business or undertaking (such as self …