About us

The Industrial Relations Commission (IRC) is established under the Industrial Relations Act 1996 with conciliation and arbitral functions. The IRC conciliates and arbitrates to resolve industrial disputes, sets conditions of employment and fixes wages and salaries by making industrial awards, approves enterprise agreements and decides claims of unfair dismissal.

Our history

The history of the IRC from its formation in 1901 to the present day

Purpose and functions

The role of the IRC: it's aims and goals and the jurisdiction it covers

Members

The Commission is made up of three Presidential Members and six Commissioners

Our commitment

The IRC constantly aims to improve services and foster closer relationships with all clients

Industrial Relations Commission or Fair Work Commission?

The information on this page will help you decide which jurisdiction is the right one for your case

Policy and tabled documents

Policy documents and documents created by the Business Centre that are tabled in Parliament

Language Support

Information about the NSW Industrial Relations Commission in Non-English languages

IRC hours and addresses. How to email us plus our phone, fax, post, after hours and feedback details plus social media