Workplace relations minister, Tony Burke, says move will be ‘life changing’ for workers it is intended to protect
The Fair Work Commission will be given the power to make orders forcing businesses to pay the same wage to directly employed and labour hire workers, while also preventing them from taking action to avoid their obligation.
A default three-month exemption period will apply, allowing for surge work and temporary replacements.
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