Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2026-03-31-angel-cn-penalty-media-release
At a glance
- Respondent
- Angel Smash Worx
- Penalty
- $17,502
- Employees affected
- 1
What happened
the Applicant, the former operator of Angel Smash Worx in Gosford, NSW, has been penalised $17,502 by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a Fair Work Ombudsman investigation into breaches of pay slip laws and failure to comply with a Compliance Notice. the Applicant employed a worker from August 2018 to April 2022, including a period as an adult apprentice. The worker raised concerns about underpayment of minimum wages, annual leave entitlements, and training costs.
What was decided
The Federal Circuit and Family Court imposed penalties of $17,502 on the Applicant for breaching pay slip laws and failing to comply with a Compliance Notice. The court ordered the Applicant to calculate and back-pay the worker's entitlements, including interest and superannuation. Judge Papadopoulos found the Applicant’s failure to provide pay slips prevented the worker from monitoring their wages. The court emphasized the importance of complying with Compliance Notices and providing accurate pay slips.
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with pay slip laws and respond appropriately to Compliance Notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties. Providing accurate pay slips is crucial for transparency and allows employees to monitor their pay.
What it means for employees
Employees should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free assistance if they have concerns about their pay or entitlements. Pay slips provide essential information about wages and entitlements, and employees should review them carefully.
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