Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2024-08-12-10-foster-street-litigation-media-release
At a glance
- Penalty
- $21,604
- Employees affected
- 4
- Awards cited
- MA000113
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against 10 Foster Street Pty Ltd, which operates a wedding dress design studio in Leichardt, Sydney. The action follows requests for assistance from four workers employed between June 2015 and September 2021. The workers held full-time and part-time roles including design, pattern making, drapery, design-and-sales assistance and administration/marketing. A Fair Work Inspector issued a Compliance Notice in May 2022 regarding unpaid annual leave and payment-in-lieu-of-notice. Two of the employees were aged 23 to 25 at the time of their employment.
What was decided
The Fair Work Ombudsman alleges that 10 Foster Street failed to comply with the Compliance Notice, which required calculation and back-payment of entitlements. The alleged amount owing is $21,604. The company faces a potential penalty of up to $33,300. The Federal Circuit and Family Court in Sydney will hear the proceedings. The Fair Work Ombudsman is seeking penalties, back-payment of wages plus superannuation and interest.
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with Compliance Notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties and orders to back-pay entitlements. Employers should be particularly aware of their obligations to young workers.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have not been paid correct entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free assistance. There are resources available to help employers and employees understand workplace rights and obligations.
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