5 September 2024

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Am I A Casual Or Full-Time Employee?

Being classified as casual may not always fit the definition under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). This causes situations whereby misclassifying a permanent worker as a casual impact their entitlement to statutory benefits like annual leave.[1] So how do you know if you are a casual or full-time employee? This article explores the revised …

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Right to Disconnect

‘Right to Disconnect’: New Law Enhances Work-Life Balance

The right to disconnect law came into force on the 26th of August 2024 through the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024 (for non-small business; for small businesses it’s 2025).[1] This provision tackles Australia’s widespread issue of employees working unpaid overtime and helps clarify the boundaries between professional and personal life.[2] …

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Casual Employees and Unfair Dismissal: Know Your Rights

Casual employees and unfair dismissal: Know Your Rights If you believe your dismissal was unfair, your eligibility to claim unfair dismissal depends on whether you are a casual or permanent employee Under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), you must meet the minimum employment period to qualify. Casual employees may find this harder to prove, …

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