Welcome to the February 2026 edition of LHA News
Construction provider has licence cancelled following arrests / Licence conditions applied after LHA investigates overcrowded accommodation.
Latest News
Construction provider has licence cancelled for providing false or misleading information
BK Labour Hire’s licence was cancelled following joint action with Victoria Police’s Hawk Taskforce, as part of a continuing focus on the construction industry.
More PALM problems: Mouldy and overcrowded worker housing leads to licence conditions
LHA inspections found Kyshan Pty Ltd was housing workers in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions across two properties.
First changes to strengthen LHA’s powers implemented, including ability to publish information about licensing actions
Further changes to be implemented in 2026 include clarifying activities defined as ‘labour hire’.
Helping businesses start on the right foot, with a webinar for new providers
LHA's regular webinars support new providers to better understand their licensing obligations.
Providers subject to licensing action in November and December 2025
LHA highlights licensing actions each month, to increase industry transparency and to inform and assist businesses with compliance.