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From rising passport costs to stricter wage theft rules and cleaner vehicles, these changes blend progress and challenges. As 2025 unfolds, Australians will need to adapt to these shifts amid a changing economic landscape.
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The new law introduces criminal penalties for intentional underpayment, with employers bearing the burden of proof. "It's no longer enough to claim an honest mistake," warns Matt Loop, stressing the need for modern, compliant systems.
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Under the new law, sex workers can voluntarily sign formal employment contracts with their employers, providing them with access to the country’s social security system.
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The most notable change introduced by the Industrial Relations Legislation Amendment Bill is the right for employees to request flexible working arrangements, specifically for those returning from parental leave or facing family and domestic violence.
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These new rights and protections for workers are expected to serve as a model for other countries looking to tackle similar challenges of inequality and worker exploitation.
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For larger businesses, Right to Disconnect legislation is already in effect, while smaller businesses with fewer than 15 employees will have until August 2025 to comply.
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According to the Fair Work Ombudsman, employees are entitled to receive the same annual leave pay, including leave loading, that they would have received had they taken the leave during their employment.
