FREE INFO LINE TO HELP SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS
December 10, 2013
Small businesses across Gippsland will be able to access workplace relations advice through a new helpline established by the Fair Work Ombudsman.
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said the new Fair Work Info Line would assist small business owners with understanding their requirements and responsibilities under the Fair Work Act.
He said the initiative was a part of the Coalition’s Policy to Improve the Fair Work Laws.
“Running a small business is not easy – it’s time consuming and information is not always at your fingertips when changes are made to legislation,” Mr Chester said.
“Obtaining advice on workplace matters or information relating to issues such as minimum employment conditions, record keeping and pay slips is critical.
“The new Fair Work Info Line will provide Gippsland small business owners with priority service to efficiently improve their understanding of the laws.”
Small business owners can call the Fair Work Info Line on 13 13 94 between 8am and 5.30pm weekdays to obtain free advice and assistance from a team of expert advisers. A free interpreter service is also available by calling 13 14 50.
Further information and a range of tools and resources are available on the Fair Work Ombudsman’s website at www.fairwork.gov.au/smallbusiness