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New unpaid family & domestic violence leave entitlementMost employees will be able to take unpaid leave to deal with family and domestic violence from 1 August, following a Fair Work Commission decision. Find out more.
Can till shortages be deducted from an employee’s pay?No. Pay deductions for till shortages, breakages or items being stolen aren’t allowed. Employers can only make deductions in limited circumstances. Check the rules on when deductions are allowed.
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