Draft laws were introduced to parliament on Thursday as Australia bids to become a world leader in fighting slavery...

The regime is expected to cover businesses with turnovers of at least [AUD]$100 million, impacting about 3000 companies operating in Australia...

The Turnbull government has vowed to lead by example by considering possible modern slavery risks in procurement processes, publishing a regular statement...

Advocacy groups have come out in support of the legislation but want to ensure it encompasses all types of modern slavery...

Oxfam wants an independent commissioner to co-ordinate government action, educate companies and advocate on the issue.

They've also called for penalties for companies who fail to report or provide misleading information.