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In Australia there are laws to protect your rights
Legal advice
If you need help understanding the law, talk to us at the Study Melbourne Student Centre or the legal advisers at your university, college or school.
Consumer law
When you are shopping or buying any kind of service in Australia, fair trading and consumer laws protect your rights.
Equal opportunity
Equal opportunity is about treating everyone fairly. Laws in Australia make it illegal to discriminate or harass anybody.
Your rights at work
If your visa allows you to work while you are in Australia, you have the right to good working conditions and at least the minimum wage.