Employment Law

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When and How Employers Can Lawfully Stand Down Employees Under the Fair Work Act 

The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (“the Act“) provides the statutory legal framework for managing various aspects of employee/employer relationships. One of the key provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) is the stand down provision under section 524, which allows employers to temporarily stand down employees without pay in certain circumstances. These provisions …

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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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