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Nominations extended for 2025 Australian Training Awards
Nominations for this year’s Australian Training Awards have been extended, ahead of the premier event which celebrates the individuals and organisations that make the skills and training sector…
Penalty rates and amending the Fair Work Act top of NWRCC agenda
The Albanese Government’s workplace relations priorities – including proposed legislation to protect penalty rates in awards and changes to better support employees experiencing stillbirth and…
National Minimum Wage to rise 3.5 per cent following Annual Wage Review
The Fair Work Commission’s Expert Panel today announced the National Minimum Wage and award wages will increase by 3.5 per cent from 1 July 2025, following the 2024-25 Annual Wage Review.
New project in the Hunter to help women access critical industry careers
The Albanese Government is partnering with local businesses to create pathways for women to enter traditionally male-dominated industries, with the launch of the EmpowerHer Pathways: See what…
Boosting jobs for women in clean energy and construction sectors
The Albanese Labor Government is supporting more women into clean energy and construction jobs through a new ‘by women for women’ apprentice mentoring program.
Backing a wage rise for low-paid workers
The Albanese Labor Government is backing another pay rise for low-paid workers to help with the cost of living.
More jobs, low unemployment and lower inflation under Labor
The Albanese Labor Government continues to deliver more jobs, with ABS Labour Force data today showing a record number of Australians in paid work and unemployment remaining low.
A year and a half of annual real wages growth
New data released by the Australia Bureau of Statistics shows that annual real wages have grown for 18 months in a row under the Albanese Labor Government.
Appointment as new Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations
I thank the Prime Minister for appointing me as Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations and am honoured to continue to serve in an Albanese Labor Cabinet.
Draft Blueprint for future of construction industry released
In an historic step forward for the Australian construction industry, representatives of construction firms, workers and government have agreed to release a draft blueprint for the industry's…
New data shows Labor’s workplace relations reforms delivering higher wages
New data released today shows how the Albanese Government’s workplace relations changes have lifted wages for tens of thousands of Australian workers.
Cracking down on non-compete clauses to boost wages and productivity
The Albanese Government is taking action to stop unfair non‑compete clauses that are holding back Australian workers from switching to better, higher‑paying jobs.