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Policy 10.1 Legislative and compliance frameworks How we run Just Gold

Linked acts and legal standards

The Australian legislation and international frameworks Just Gold's policies align with.

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This policy is about the laws our policies follow.

These laws cover work, safety and privacy.

They also cover discrimination, modern slavery and consumer rights.

We also follow international standards from the United Nations.

These include the rights of Indigenous peoples.

Where the law falls short, we follow a higher standard.

In plain language

This page lists the laws and international standards our policies follow. They cover work, safety, privacy, discrimination, modern slavery and consumer law. Where a law falls short of good practice, Just Gold holds itself to the higher standard. International frameworks include the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

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Section 10: Legislative and compliance frameworks

Our policies are underpinned by legal obligations and regulatory standards. This section outlines key frameworks we align with and how compliance is monitored, reviewed, and embedded across the organisation.

Policy statement

Just Gold complies with relevant Australian legislation and international human rights instruments. Where laws are outdated or misaligned with best practice, we apply higher ethical standards guided by community, not just compliance.

Core legislation we align with

  • Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)
  • Work Health and Safety Acts (jurisdiction specific)
  • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)
  • Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth)
  • Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth)
  • Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)
  • Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth)
  • Australian Consumer Law
  • Relevant State and Territory Working with Children legislation
  • Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic)

International frameworks referenced

  • United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
  • International Labour Organisation (ILO) conventions
  • UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights

Application

Applies across all business functions, programs, hiring, procurement, and public engagements.

Status
Under review
Version
2.0
Last updated
14 May 2025
Effective date
14 May 2025
Review date
March 2027
Owner
CEO, Just Gold