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We're here to give you information and advice about your workplace rights and obligations.

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.
2018 Annual Wage Review – our pay tools are readyWe’ve updated our pay tools following the Fair Work Commission’s decision to increase base rates of pay by 3.5%. The increase applies from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2018. Find out more.
Are casuals entitled to take leave?Yes. Casual employees are entitled to some types of unpaid leave like carer’s, compassionate and (in some cases) parental leave. Find out more about casual employees.
Virtual showcase for small businessAre you a small business owner or operator? Our new Small Business Showcase has tailored resources, advice and information to help you, all in one place.

Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) Q: What leave entitlements do my casual employees have? A: Unpaid carer’s, compassionate and community service leav… https://t.co/Mm0BPB7C36 10 hours ago
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) Casual employees ARE entitled to some types of unpaid leave, like carer’s and compassionate leave. https://t.co/Gd4b246cWj 13 hours ago
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) RT @FamilyUpdateAU: If your child wants to become an apprentice, help guide them in the right direction. The Australian Apprenticeships… https://t.co/bWwRZ7JcIE 14 hours ago
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) The amount of redundancy pay you’re entitled to is based on your continuous service with your employer. Check if yo… https://t.co/d1UqylJ2jc 19 hours ago
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) Am I entitled to redundancy pay? https://t.co/iL9CXpCoZJ yesterday
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) Some casuals are entitled to parental leave and have the right to return to the same job they left. https://t.co/bV8j2BwF0r yesterday
Fair Work Ombudsman ( @fairwork_gov_au) Myth: Casual employees aren’t entitled to leave Fact: Casual employees are entitled to unpaid carer’s, compassionat… https://t.co/gAEAcaPkdn yesterday

We're here to give you information and advice about your workplace rights and obligations.