Welcome to the first edition of LHA News for 2025
Horticulture company penalised / Construction review recommends stronger LHA powers / New year reminders
Latest News
Horticulture company and its director issued penalties totalling $287,500 for failing to comply with licence obligations
The company had failed to notify LHA of changes in directors, and that a director was not a fit and proper person.
Labour Hire Authority powers to be strengthened to address unlawful conduct in Victoria’s construction industry, following government review
Recommendations include changes to the ‘fit and proper person’ test and increasing LHA’s ability to publish information around compliance actions.
New year reminders – check your licence details and advise LHA of any changes to your business
Take a moment to check your business details and start 2025 on the right foot.
LHA’s 2025 engagement program begins with information sessions across regional Victoria
The program for 2025 includes sessions for new and established labour hire businesses, and industry-specific events.
Details of all providers subject to licensing action in November and December 2024
LHA highlights licensing actions each month, to increase industry transparency and to inform and assist businesses with compliance.