The Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission has issued a new General Order which applies to all state system employers and employees. In the event that a special public holiday is proclaimed in Western Australia, the Provisions in Industrial Instruments for Special Days appointed under Section 7 of the Public and Bank Holidays Act 1972 General Order provides an entitlement for...

In March, Private Sector Labour Relations industrial inspectors conducted a proactive compliance campaign in the South-West region of WA. Industrial inspectors visited almost 70 businesses in Bunbury, Busselton, Dunsborough and Margaret River. The campaign focused on inspecting businesses with known high levels of non-compliance, such as cafes and restaurants, hairdressers and beauty salons...

The report on the WorkSafe Commissioner’s independent Inquiry into the Agricultural Industry has been released, with most of its recommendations supported and currently under consideration. The Commissioner has indicated his support for the majority of the recommendations, however two have been noted as they will require further work or consultation if the State Government wishes to progress them...

During the school holidays many young workers will be keen to earn some extra money by working over the break, but in Western Australia there are restrictions on where and when children under 15 can work. Employers, parents and young workers need to know that children who are 13 or 14 can only work in a shop, fast food outlet, cafe, restaurant or deliver newspapers or other advertising material...