• Penalties totalling $255,000 imposed for unlicensed operation following LHA investigation into overcrowded accommodation

    The business had operated unlicensed and housed workers in overcrowded accommodation.

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  • Alleged non-compliance uncovered by LHA at Yarra Valley farms, as part of ongoing focus in horticulture

    LHA compliance and enforcement in horticulture has led to 220 cancelled licences and over $2 million in penalties since 2019.

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  • Providers should be aware of changes to entry-level classifications in the Horticulture Award

    The changes came into effect from 1 April 2025 and set new time limits for introductory classifications in the Horticulture Award.

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  • LHA News: June 2025

    Unlicensed provider and individuals fined $255,000 / Horticulture site inspections / Alleged unlicensed operations identified in meat processing

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Provider

Labour hire providers are businesses that supply workers to other businesses. To operate legally in Victoria, providers must be licensed. Serious penalties apply to unlicensed providers.

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Host

Host

Hosts are businesses that engage labour hire providers to supply workers. Hosts must only work with licensed providers. Serious penalties apply for engaging unlicensed providers.

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Worker

Labour hire workers should be employed by licensed providers who comply with workplace, taxation and health and safety laws. Need our help? Call us on 1300 545 200. Interpreters are available.

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