Heads up for employers: New pay transparency law now in effect
As of 27 August 2025, a new law—the Employment Relations (Employee Remuneration Disclosure) Amendment Act—gives employees the right to talk about their pay if they want to. Consequently, employers can’t take action against staff for sharing their salary details.
If an employee is treated unfairly (like being dismissed or negatively impacted at work) because they talked about their pay, they can raise a personal grievance under the Act.
What this means for employers:
- Pay secrecy clauses in employment agreements are no longer valid. If you still have them in your templates, it’s time to remove them.
- If you’re thinking about starting a disciplinary process because someone shared their pay, stop and get advice first.
Need help updating your agreements or navigating this change? We’re here to support you.
Disclaimer: We remind you that while this article provides commentary on employment law, health and safety and immigration topics, it should not be used as a substitute for legal or professional advice for specific situations. Please seek legal advice from your lawyer for any questions specific to your workplace.
