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State industrial laws

Since 1 January 2010, Western Australia is the only state that still has its own industrial laws for the private sector.

These laws set conditions such as minimum wages, leave entitlements, and maximum hours of work, and require a minimum wage for all workers. They also cover workplace agreements, unfair dismissal, record-keeping, and union right of entry.

WA state laws apply to all employers who do not operate through a company structure. Residential tenancy laws may also be relevant to your business.

 

State industrial laws that apply to my business

New South Wales

NSW

Tasmania

TAS

South Australia

SA

Queensland

QLD

Victoria

VIC

Western Australia

WA

Long service leave

Long service leave is a state responsibility which still applies to all employers whether they are otherwise covered by state or federal industrial laws. State laws about long service leave will continue to apply until the federal government introduces national laws about long service leave.

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