Secure Jobs, Better Pay Act
The Secure Jobs, Better Pay Act is legislation that introduces changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 and other related employment laws.
This Act represents a significant legislative update, aimed at enhancing job security and improving pay conditions under the Fair Work Act 2009. It includes various amendments designed to address contemporary workplace issues and ensure fair employment practices.
Key changes from the Secure Jobs, Better Pay laws
The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 made several changes employers still need to follow. They include a ban on pay secrecy clauses, limits on fixed term contracts from 6 December 2023, a stronger right to request flexible working arrangements with Fair Work Commission arbitration from 6 June 2023, a prohibition on sexual harassment in the Fair Work Act, new enterprise bargaining rules including multi-enterprise bargaining, and the end of "zombie" agreements on 7 December 2023 unless extended. For example, new employment contracts cannot stop employees discussing their pay.
Read our guide to Secure Jobs, Better Pay.
General information only
This content is general information about Australian employment law, current at the date it was last reviewed. It does not take your circumstances into account and is not legal advice. For advice about your situation, call Employment Compass on 1300 144 002.
Last reviewed: October 2026
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