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Crimes (Theft by Employer) Amendment Bill
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This bill amends the Crimes Act 1961 to clarify that not paying an employee their wages is theft.MP in charge
Camilla BelichCommittee
Education and WorkforceBill No.245-3
53Parliament
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Assented on 12 Mar 2025
Act: Crimes (Theft by Employer) Amendment Act 2025
Royal Assent
The Governor-General formally signs the bill into law.
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