R&CA: Census data undermines Sunday penalties
An argument for lower penalty rates after Census confirms more Australians as 'no religion'.
FWC changes to penalty rates and minimum wages
Hospitality, Restaurant and Fast Food penalty Awards slashed from 1 July.
R&CA responds to SA Budget 2017‒18
R&CA CEO John Hart welcomed the South Australian Government’s adjusted payroll tax rates.
Gold Coast chocolate café franchisee faces court
The Fair Work Ombudsman alleges 12 employees – including seven overseas workers – were underpaid more than $24,000.
More speakers announced as RLS program is revealed
The line-up will feature more than 30 speakers, including leading operators, industry experts and government officials.
NSW Budget 2017–18 good for small business: R&CA
CEO John Hart praised the investment in education and training contained in the NSW State Budget.
Former Brisbane Coffee Club franchisee penalised
The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured more than $180,000 in penalties against the former operator for unlawful cash-back payments.
Perth operator allegedly underpaid staff $27,000+
It is alleged the underpayments occurred despite the Fair Work Ombudsman having educated the operators.
Pizza Hut franchisee to face court
It is alleged the Gold Coast operator engaged in sham contracting activity and underpaid a delivery driver.
QLD budget supports job growth in hospitality sector
The R&CA expects the 2017–18 QLD budget to have positive outcomes for the state's hospitality sector.