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New Regulations dealing with the fixed term contract exceptions

In December 2023, the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) was amended to introduce limitations on fixed term contracts, making it unlawful for employers to engage employees on term contracts in the same role beyond two years (including any extensions or renewals) or two consecutive contracts.

Employer and sole director fined for placing workers at risk of sexual harassment

WorkSafe Victoria was recently successful in its prosecution of video production company, Indimax Film Productions Pty Ltd and its sole director for placing its workers at risk of sexual harassment in breach of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic).

Fair Work Act amended to preserve penalty and overtime entitlements in modern awards

The Fair Work Amendment (Protecting Penalty and Overtime Rates) Bill 2025 was passed by the Australian Parliament on 28 August 2025. The Bill will amend the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) Act) to protect penalty and overtime rates in modern awards.

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