As you may know, while working in Australia you have workplace rights and entitlements that are protected by law. The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) can help you understand these rights and entitlements, including your right to be paid for all hours worked, and at the...
We Want to Hear From You! Have Your Say & You Could be Featured on Insider Guides
*Submissions for this callout have now closed* Are you an international student living in Australia? Have you been impacted by the temporary easing of working hour restrictions for student visa holders? If so, we want to hear from you! In January 2022, the Australian...
Thinking of Working in Australia? The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has Free Information and Resources to Help You Get Started
Are you thinking of getting a job while studying in Australia? It’s important you understand your rights and obligations before you start working to ensure you are being treated fairly at work. The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) is Australia’s workplace regulator. It...
International Students Are Now Allowed to Work Extra Hours
*Information correct as of 20 January 2022. The Australian Government is temporarily easing the restrictions on working hours for international student visa holders working in all sectors of the economy. As COVID-19 (particularly the Omicron variant) continues to...
A Reminder About Some Basic Workplace Rights in Australia!
If you want to work in Australia, the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) can help you understand your workplace rights and entitlements, including: A minimum wage – In Australia, international students have the same workplace rights as other workers, such as the right to...