Modern slavery is a term used to describe serious exploitation. It does not include practices like substandard working conditions or underpayment of workers, although these practices are also harmful and may be present in some situations of modern slavery. For further information on workplace rights and obligations in Australia, please visit the Australian Government Fair Work Ombudsman website... The Reporting Requirement supports the Australian business community to identify and address their modern slavery risks, and maintain responsible and transparent supply chains. Entities required to comply with the Reporting Requirement must prepare annual modern slavery statements (statements). These statements must set out the reporting entity's actions to assess and address modern slavery risks in their global operations and supply chains. The Australian Government publishes these statements through this online register. The Act also requires the Australian Government to publish an annual..