Long Service Leave
Long service leave remains one of the more complex employment entitlements, with rules varying significantly across states and territories in Australia. Tom Earls from Fair Work Lawyers provides a practical explainer of Long Service Leave entitlements in each state and territory, including useful links.
Members can access information on eligibility periods, accrual arrangements, pro rata access, and cashing out. These differ depending on which state or territory employees are based and which industrial instruments apply. For employers operating across multiple jurisdictions, understanding these differences is essential to maintaining compliance and managing workforce planning effectively.
See the ACA’s advisory services if you have further queries.
ACA members can download the detailed explainer below (log in to access).
NOTE: Member Only Content
The above matters are necessarily general in nature and specific advice must be sought for specific circumstances or what preparations you should be considering for your business. If you would like further information in relation to these matters, please contact the team at Fair Work Lawyers.