Workplace Relations

Consultation undertaken on proposed reforms to the Fair Work laws over 2022-23.

Changes to workplace relations laws arising from the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023 and Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024.

Several changes to Australia’s workplace relations laws have been passed by Parliament.

A number of changes to Australia’s workplace relations laws have been passed by Parliament.

An independent statutory review into the operation of the Fair Work Amendment (Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave) Act 2022.

Independent review of the Secure Jobs, Better Pay Act and Work Health and Safety Changes under the Closing Loopholes Act.

Helping employers understand how to meet their workplace safety, pay and entitlements obligations.

These resources can help you to understand your rights, entitlements and responsibilities in the workplace.

These resources can help you understand your rights and protections while working in Australia on a visa. 

The Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988 (the SRC Act) establishes the Commonwealth workers' compensation and rehabilitation scheme under Comcare.

Services and support for individuals working in Australia

Understand your responsibilities to provide a safe work environment and conducting work in a safe manner.

An independent review of the Federal Safety Commissioner.

Australian Governments have responded to the recommendation of Safe Work Australia’s Decision Regulation Impact Statement.

The department engages internationally to advance, protect and promote Australia's broader national and international interests on labour issues.

Meetings with Commonwealth, state and territory Ministers responsible for workplace relations.