• Labour Hire Authority statement on the Commissioner’s resignation

    Labour Hire Licensing Commissioner, Steve Dargavel, has announced he will step down after leading Victoria’s Labour Hire Authority (LHA) since it was established in 2019.

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  • Labour hire law changes 2026

    From 1 June 2026, important changes will come into effect, impacting who is considered suitable to hold a labour hire licence, and on what basis.

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  • LHA cancels licence of 24/7 Personnel

    The Labour Hire Authority (LHA) has cancelled the labour hire licence of 24/7 Personnel Pty Ltd, following an investigation into the business and the people running it.

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  • Latest LHA action in construction industry

    LHA has issued a notice to M1 TRADES & LABOUR PTY LTD advising that LHA intends to cancel their licence, providing the grounds for cancellation and an invitation to show cause why LHA should not do so.

  • Avoid the risk – get the right advice on upcoming labour hire law changes

    Providers should understand what to look for when choosing a business adviser and what tools and resources are available.

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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

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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