Migrant Work Rights Hub Tasmania

01/09/2026

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Starting a new job and been told you need to get an ABN before you can be paid?

An ABN is generally used by people running their own business or working as independent contractors. Employees usually provide their employer with a Tax File Number (TFN) instead.

Knowing the difference matters, because employees and independent contractors can have different rights and entitlements at work.

Swipe through to learn more ➡️

28/08/2026

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the devastating floods across Nepal and Tibet, and with Nepali and Tibetan communities here in Tasmania and across Australia who are watching events unfold back home.

This tragedy also feels close to us at the Migrant Work Rights Hub, with members of our own team and multicultural ambassador network having strong connections to Nepal.

We are thinking of everyone who has lost loved ones, homes and livelihoods, and of all the communities affected by this devastating disaster.

26/08/2026

Last week, our Multicultural Ambassador Sarina delivered a community information session, talking about workplace rights and the support available to workers on visas.

It’s great to see our ambassadors out in the community having these conversations and sharing information through their own networks and communities.

24/08/2026

It was great to be part of the Community Luncheon organised by Multicultural Council of Tasmania (MCOT) last Wednesday.

These bi-monthly luncheons are a great opportunity for people from culturally diverse backgrounds to showcase their food and culture, while bringing people from across the community together to connect and celebrate Tasmania’s diversity. This month’s luncheon featured Malaysian cuisine.

Thanks to MCOT for giving us a stall on the day to share information about the support available to migrant workers in Tasmania.

17/08/2026

Your super is your money, so make sure you’re actually getting it.

If you’re 18 or older and working as an employee in Australia, your employer must pay at least 12% super on top of your pay. This also applies if you’re working in Australia on a temporary visa.

Since 1 July 2026, super must be paid every payday.

Don’t just rely on your payslip. Check your super fund app or online account to make sure the money has actually gone in.

Working on a visa and missing your super? We can help you understand your options.

Your super is part of your pay, not a bonus your employer can choose when to hand over.

Read why Payday Super is such an important change and what it means for you.

📖 Link in the comments.

12/08/2026

This Saturday, we’ll be at the International Student Summit at the Grand Chancellor Hobart between 10 am and 3 pm.

The event is free to attend. Come and meet our team on the day to learn about your rights at work, the new visa protections and how to get help if you have been exploited or mistreated at work.

Register here - https://tickets.studentsummit.com.au/e/isshobart

11/08/2026

“When I got the Workplace Justice Visa, I had a new opportunity to claim my injury.”

After coming to Australia from Timor-Leste to work on farms, this worker was injured while picking avocados.

He says he reported the injury to his manager but was told to take it easy and buy painkillers. As the pain became worse, a friend took him to get medical help. After returning with the medical results, he says he received a termination letter.

Without support from the company and worried that his time in Australia was coming to an end, he applied for a Workplace Justice Visa.

The visa allowed him to remain in Australia, continue providing information to his lawyer and keep pursuing his workplace injury claim.

If you are being mistreated at work or have been injured and not received support, contact us. We’re here to help.

06/08/2026

What you should know about your wages

Swipe through for the key things every worker should know about their pay and workplace entitlements.

Not sure you’re being paid correctly? We’re here to help.

05/08/2026

If you are being underpaid, exploited or mistreated at work and you’re worried that speaking up could affect your visa, please reach out to us.

Reporting workplace issues does not automatically mean your visa will be cancelled. There are protections available, and we can help you understand your options.

It’s also a good reminder that joining the union that covers your workplace can give you extra support when issues arise.

Unions Tasmania

Fair Work Ombudsman inspections have recovered $129,674 for 180 underpaid workers at fast food outlets, restaurants and cafes across Hobart.

Inspectors visited 28 businesses in Hobart’s CBD, North Hobart, Bellerive, Howrah, Rosny, Rosny Park and Lindisfarne last year, finding 22 had breached workplace laws.

Fair Work Ombudsman Anna Booth said the recoveries showed many hospitality workers, including young people and visa holders, were still missing out on lawful wages.

The regulator issued 31 compliance notices and 12 fines totalling $24,570, while Hospitality Tasmania CEO Steve Old backed the checks and said members wanted fair and productive workplaces.