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Competition and Non-Competes: What Now?

19 August 2025

The Australian Government plans to ban non-compete clauses for low and middle-income workers by 2027, pending consultation and legislation. This move follows global trends, with the US Federal Trade Commission introducing a similar ban in 2024.

In our latest podcast, we unpack the implications of this reform through a competition law lens, exploring Treasury’s concerns around reduced job mobility, wage stagnation, and barriers to skilled labour. We also examine:

  • The current enforceability of non-compete clauses
  • How they must align with legitimate business interests
  • Practical steps to review contracts and adopt alternative protections
 

 

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