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Regulation of Work Script

The document outlines the rights and entitlements of immigrant workers in Australia under the Fair Work Act and National Employment Standards, emphasizing the importance of understanding these rights to prevent exploitation. Key entitlements include maximum weekly hours, public holidays, annual leave, parental leave, and sick leave, all aimed at promoting a fair and equitable work environment. It stresses that informed employees can advocate for themselves, comply with legal requirements, and integrate better into Australian society.

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Regulation of Work Script

The document outlines the rights and entitlements of immigrant workers in Australia under the Fair Work Act and National Employment Standards, emphasizing the importance of understanding these rights to prevent exploitation. Key entitlements include maximum weekly hours, public holidays, annual leave, parental leave, and sick leave, all aimed at promoting a fair and equitable work environment. It stresses that informed employees can advocate for themselves, comply with legal requirements, and integrate better into Australian society.

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Regulation of Work Script: Protecting Immigrant Workers' Rights in Australia

Hello everyone, my name is [your name]. Today we will examine employee entitlements under

the Australian law. Firstly, you should note that your human rights are universal, and non-

negotiable. The laws require businesses and employers to protect the rights of all workers,

including immigrants, and it is advisable that you understand your entitlements.

What are Entitlements

These are government benefits granted to all eligible employees, regardless of their status, that

is, whether an Australia or an immigrant worker. This presentation will inform immigrant

workers and staff about their entitlements, and highlight the importance of employment

regulation.

Immigrant Workers' Entitlements under Australian Law

The law, per the Fair Work Act, and the National Employment Standards (NES) provides that all

Australian workers are entitled to minimum employment standards (). The National Employment

Standards outlines the basic employment entitlements for all employees.

1. Maximum Weekly Hours

Full-time employees are entitled to a maximum of 38 hours of work per week, plus ‘reasonable’

additional hours. Currently, the Australian minimum wage for adult employees with no award or

enterprise agreement is $24.10 per hour or $915.90 per 38-hour week (Fair Work Ombudsman,

2024). This entitlement ensures that employees are not overworked, which can decrease their

productivity through absenteeism, and higher turnover rates. Understanding this entitlement

helps the staff to maintain a fair and equitable work environment, promoting worker safety and

productivity.

2.Public Holidays
Public holidays are paid days off work during national or cultural events. Employees can be

absent from work and compensated appropriately, but unpaid for casuals (). However, an

employer can reasonably request their employee to work on a holiday.

This entitlement ensures that employees observe and celebrate important national and cultural

events, which can improve morale and job satisfaction, allowing them to spend time with family

and friends. The staff who upholds and recognizes important national and cultural events

promote diversity and inclusivity in the work environment.

3. Annual Leave

Workers have four weeks of paid annual leave, which can accumulate and carried over if unused.

Leaves allow employees to take breaks, rejuvenate, and spend time with their endeared ones,

which can lead to increased productivity, reduced work-related stress, and improve their

retention in an organization, and overall well-being. The staff must allow and take leaves to

maintain a healthy work-life balance and promote a positive work culture.

4. Parental and adoption leave

Employees are entitled to parental/adoption leave and related entitlements like

paternity/maternity leaves. They can take 12 months (unpaid), or extend accordingly. This time

allows them to attend to their caregiving duties.

5. Flexible working arrangements

Workers can make changes concerning hours of work from your employer. For example, parents,

expectant mothers or carers can request flexible work arrangements to meet other important

duties.

6. Superannuation
Employers must contribute superannuation (currently 11.5%) on behalf of their employees per

the super guarantee laws. It ensures workers and staff meet their legal obligations through

contribution towards their employees' long-term financial security. It is also a good retirement

savings scheme for employees, which can help them achieve their financial freedom and

maintain a comfortable standard of living in retirement. The staff will ensure that the workforce

is financially secure and able to retire with dignity, reducing the burden on government social

welfare programs.

7. Sick and carer’s leave and compassionate leave – employees are eligible for 10 days paid sick

and carer’s leave, 2 days of unpaid carer’s leave, and 2 days of compassionate leave.

Additionally, long service leaves are for long-serving employees who have worked with the same

employer.

8. Notice of termination and redundancy pay – an employee must be given a notice up to 5

weeks before termination and up to 16 weeks’ redundancy pay, depending on their length of

service.

9. Employees also have a right to receive Work Information statements at

the workplace to know what is expected of them.

Why it’s Important to stay informed

Protection Against Exploitation

Knowledge of your workplace rights helps immigrants detect, and report exploitation by

ill-faith employers. These are employers who take advantage of employees’ unfamiliarity with

local laws.

Employees can access government benefits


Understanding entitlements empowers immigrants to access essential benefits like sick

leave, parental leave, and superannuation, which contribute to their overall job satisfaction and

productivity.

Advocacy and equity

Informed employees can advocate for themselves and their colleagues, fostering a fair

workplace environment for all.

Legal Compliance

Awareness of employment rights helps immigrants comply with statutory requirements,

reducing the risk of lawsuits or difficult times with employers.

Integration into Society

Understanding workplace rights aids in smoother integration into Australian national

workplace relations systems, which promotes social cohesion and economic participation.

Uninformed workers are exploited, causing them and the broader Australian workforce

harms. Therefore, informing employees and staff can prevent malpractices, as workers can

defend their rights. They must understand various forms of employment Regulation in Australia,

such as the Fair Work Act 2009, National Employment Standards (NES), Work Health and

Safety Standards (WHS), Privacy Act 1988, and anti-discrimination laws, to ensure safe, secure,

and healthy workplaces. These regulations contain entitlements, which protect employees.

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