Navigating Australia's Recent Immigration Changes: Assessing Compliance Risk And Monitoring Readiness

The onset of a new financial year typically heralds immigration adjustments, and 2024 is no exception.

New Legislation Targeting Employer Compliance

To combat migrant worker exploitation, the Australian Government implemented the Migration Amendment (Strengthening Employer Compliance) Act 2024 on July 1. Key provisions include:

• Introduction of criminal offenses for coercing individuals into work arrangements;
• Authority to prohibit employers from hiring more migrant workers for a period following certain immigration or employment related breaches; and
• Enhanced penalties and compliance measures, like compliance notices and enforceable undertakings for Right to Work violations.