Woolworths, Coles face additional $750m hit over missed wages bill

Woolworths and Coles face a combined underpayment bill exceeding $1 billion for nearly 30,000 staff, following a Federal Court ruling that they failed to maintain accurate employment records. Woolworths estimates its liability could reach $530 million, while Coles anticipates up to an additional $250 million in repayments, with both companies considering potential appeals.

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