Workplace Information

Whether you’re an employer or employee there is a plethora of information from many sources that can help you find out what work conditions, regulations and entitlements apply in your situation. 

If your work or employment is regulated through the Australian Government, you should consult

Fair Work online.

The Fair Work Ombudsman is responsible for the provision of advice, assistance, information and education to individuals and employers – Fair Work Ombudsman.  Fair Work Australia is an independent, national tribunal dealing with employment issues including industrial dispute resolution, unfair and unlawful dismissal, awards and industrial action.

SafeWork SA is the South Australian Government’s workplace relations and workplace health and safety administration body.   The website is comprehensive and provides some great resources on many work related topics including the issuing of Licenses, Permits and Registrations for a variety of occupations and business activities.   

To find out about business taxation matters, personal income tax rates, Tax File Numbers and levies, try the Australian Taxation Office website.

Migration

In Australia the Commonwealth government, through the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC), is responsible for processing and issuing visas for Australia.  If you need information about the migration process and visa requirements, please contact your nearest Australian Mission, or go to the DIAC website . 

If you are specifically interested in skilled migration, that is, coming to our region for employment, you may also find some useful information on the South Australian Government’s Migration SA website and the Regional Development Australia Limestone Coast website - go to RDALC website .