13
Nov

Franchisors presumed liable for franchisee underpayments: Key lessons from a recent Federal Court decision

A recent Federal Court decision has reshaped the wage compliance landscape for franchisors. In Bakers Delight Holdings Ltd v Fair Work...

A recent Federal Court decision has reshaped the wage compliance landscape for franchisors. In Bakers Delight Holdings Ltd v Fair Work Ombudsman FCAFC 144, the Federal Court confirmed that franchisors can be held responsible for their franchisees’ wage underpayments where employment records are missing or inadequate. This judgment highlights the growing...

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20
Nov

Employment Relations Breakfast

Join us for the ARA x NRA Employment Relations Breakfast 25 Beyond Compliance: Building a Psychologically Safe Retail Workforce Join us...

Join us for the ARA x NRA Employment Relations Breakfast 25 Beyond Compliance: Building a Psychologically Safe Retail Workforce Join us on Thursday 20 November 2025 at Zinc, Fed Square, Melbourne for the ARA and NRA’s Employment Relations Breakfast, brought to you by Rest. ​ This important industry event will explore the evolving workplace landscape, from psychosocial safety and...

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