Murdoch University to Back-Pay Over $4.9 Million to Underpaid Employees

Murdoch University in Australia has committed to back-pay over $4.9 million, including interest and superannuation, to more than 2,100 current and former employees. This agreement with the Fair Work Ombudsman addresses underpayments from 2015-2025, primarily impacting professional and casual academic staff due to incorrect classifications and missed increments, underscoring wage compliance issues.