Commonwealth legislation

Fair Work Act 2009 - Proclamation

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This Proclamation sets 26 May 2009 as the commencement date for the introductory parts of the Fair Work Act 2009 and was signed by the Governor‑General on 14 May 2009.

It’s a technical but important step: it brings into force the Act’s purpose, key definitions and rules on how the law applies nationally, affecting everyone covered by the Fair Work Act without by itself creating workplace rights or obligations.

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Proclamation

Fair Work Act 2009

I, QUENTIN BRYCE, Governor‑General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council and under item 2 of the table in subsection 2 (1) of the Fair Work Act 2009, fix 26 May 2009 as the day on which sections 3 to 40 of that Act commence.

Signed and sealed with the Great Seal of Australia on 14 May 2009

QUENTIN BRYCE Governor‑General

By Her Excellency’s Command

JULIA GILLARD

Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations

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