Take-away food outlet allegedly used unlawful internship program
A take-away food outlet in regional NSW is to face court for allegedly using an unlawful internship program to exploit three overseas…
You cant get blood out of a stone: caf operator fined for staff underpayment
The former operator of a Sydney caf has been penalised $16,830 for underpaying an overseas worker, despite threatening to bankrupt his company…
Fair Work launches anonymous tip-off service
Fair Work Ombudsman Natalie James has launched an Anonymous Report function, allowing the community to dob in businesses that arent complying with…
Fair Work targeting Brisbane businesses
Together with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, the Fair Work Ombudsman will audit 50 businesses in Brisbane as part of a…
Penalty rates, card fees and technological change top industry issues: Impos Report
Research from hospitality point of sale provider Impos has found penalty rates are the number one challenge affecting the hospitality industry.
Tasmanian caf operator paid backpackers as little as $1.35 an hour
A man who formerly operated a glass and hardware store as well as an adjacent caf and bakery has been penalised $71,910…
Restaurateur faces court for failing to backpay visa holders
The former operator of Konna Indian Cuisine in Melbournes Richmond is facing court for allegedly failing to respond to a request to…
Compulsory RSA and RCG refresher training on its way
Liquor & Gaming NSW will soon introduce compulsory online refresher training for holders of expiring responsible service of alcohol (RSA) and responsible…
Dreamgirls owner convicted over illegal bar
The owner of Kings Cross nightclub, Dreamgirls, has been convicted for his leading role in setting up and operating an illegal, unlicensed…
New Shanghai restaurant allegedly underpaid staff over $580k
Eighty-five employees at a New Shanghai restaurant in regional NSW were underpaid more than $583,000 over a 16 month period, the Fair…