Industrial Relations Commission of NSW

Industrial Relations Commission of NSW is the longest continuing industrial tribunal in the world.

Our principal role is to resolve industrial disputes, unfair dismissal claims, fix wages rates and set terms and conditions of employment.

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Doctors Arbitration

Australian Salaried Medical Officers Federation (NSW) v Health Secretary

This matter will be livestreamed via Webex. To view scheduled hearings, please refer to the Webex links, which will be available the day before. The hearing will take place from 10am to 4pm.

Day 30 - Tuesday 21 April 2026
Webinar number: 2652 378 3313
Webinar password: JJkDp2pJa96 

Also refer to the Court List, updated each afternoon for the following business day for start times.

All viewers must comply with the Commission’s protocol on the use of audio-visual links.

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Decision

New South Wales Nurses and Midwives' Association v Health Secretary decision

A Full Bench of the Industrial Relations Commission of New South Wales has determined to make two new awards to apply to nurses, midwives, and assistants in nursing in NSW.

Read the full decision here.

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Upcoming Seminar

Recent amendments to Freedom from Victimisation under the Industrial Relations Act 1996 (NSW) 

For more infomation about the seminar, how to attend in person or watch online, please click here

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How can the IRC assist?

Information about the Commission’s history, purpose and functions
Industrial Relations , Police, Workers Compensation, Work Health and Safety
Check out the quick reference guides to help you get started
Forms, Fees, Practice Notes, File Online information
Registered Industrial Organisations; State and Peak Councils
A guide to your behaviour when attending the Commission