Labor Law

Understand Australia’s labor laws to protect your rights: salary standards, employment contracts and termination, and annual and parental leave.

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Employment law in Australia

If you take up employment in Australia, here’s all the relevant information on employment law, from contracts and work hours to holiday entitlements and protection from discrimination. Australia is a popular destination for young professionals, with plenty of job opportunities in cities such as Melbourne and Sydney. Employment law in Australia is well-developed, with regulations […]

Minimum wage and average salaries in Australia

Is there a minimum wage in Australia and what are job salaries like? We explain what you can expect, from minimum entitlements to average payments across sectors and social groups. Australia has a strong economy consisting of several vibrant industries. It attracts many overseas professionals from a variety of countries each year. But what can […]

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Sick leave in Australia: rules, pay, and employee rights

If you work in Australia and need time off because of illness or injury, it helps to understand how sick leave works and what your employer can ask you to provide. In Australia, “sick leave” generally falls under paid personal/carer’s leave in the National Employment Standards. Awards, enterprise agreements, contracts, and workplace policies may provide […]