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Free Wage Theft In Australia Webinar: Protect Your Business And Workers

Are you aware of the recent changes in Australian law regarding wage theft? With stricter regulations, businesses must take wage theft more seriously than ever. We invite you to attend our Free Wage Theft in Australia Webinar to ensure you and your business are fully compliant.

This webinar will guide you through the legal landscape of wage theft and provide the tools to protect your business from the risks of underpaying your employees. Join us and gain valuable insights into your responsibilities as an employer.

Why Attend?

On January 1, 2025, Australia's laws surrounding wage theft became significantly tougher. Intentional underpayment of wages or entitlements is now a criminal offence. Employers found guilty can face up to 10 years in prison or significant fines, which can be the greater of three times the amount of the underpayment or up to $8.25 million for corporations.

This change directly impacts how businesses operate, particularly regarding workers’ rights. Wage theft disproportionately affects young and casual employees, and the new regulations bring criminal penalties, more vigorous enforcement, and an expanded small claims jurisdiction.

Understanding the full scope of these laws is essential to safeguarding your business and workers. Our webinar will break down these complex regulations and show you how to comply.

What You’ll Learn:

  • The Scope of Wage Theft in Australia: Understand key statistics, sectors most affected, and wage theft's impact on workers and businesses.

  • Key Aspects of Wage Theft: Get clarity on issues like intentional underpayment, unpaid work, misclassification, and failure to provide superannuation.

  • Legal Framework and Workers’ Rights: Learn to navigate the intricacies of Australian wage laws and understand the role of the Fair Work Ombudsman in protecting workers.

  • Recognising and Reporting Wage Theft: Learn how to spot the signs of wage theft and what workers can do to report violations.

  • Legal Consequences: Understand the criminal penalties introduced on January 1, 2025, and how intentional wage theft can lead to severe repercussions.

  • Best Practices for Employers: Discover practical, legally sound strategies that can help your business mitigate the risks associated with wage theft.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is ideal for anyone in your organisation responsible for managing payroll, compliance, or HR functions, including:

  • Business Owners

  • Executives

  • Compliance Managers

  • HR Teams

  • Finance Teams

Whether directly involved in HR, finance, or payroll, this session will provide you with the knowledge to protect your business and workforce.

About the Presenter

The webinar will be led by Kirra Griffin, a lawyer at Mills Oakley, with extensive experience in workplace relations, employment law, and safety. Kirra’s deep understanding of wage theft legalities makes her the ideal expert to guide you through these complex regulations, ensuring your business remains compliant and protected.

Limited Spots Available! Make sure you reserve your seat today and take the first step toward safeguarding your business from the risks of wage theft.

Register now and learn how to navigate Australia's evolving wage theft laws. Protect your business and your workers – it’s more important than ever!


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