Settlement Guide: What you need to know about the minimum wage

Employees cannot be paid anything less, even if they agree to it.

But despite being strict rules in place, some businesses still take advantage of their employees, especially when they're overseas students and backpackers.

To find out if you're getting the wage that you're entitled to or to make a complaint, visit the Fair Work Ombudsman's website at fairwork.gov.au or call 13 13 94.