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New parents will soon see their superannuation topped up by the federal government during their paid parental leave, thanks to new legislation aimed at reducing the gender gap in retirement savings.

A clear, practical explainer on when personal/carer’s leave can be accessed, when it can be advanced, and how employers should manage leave shortfalls under the Fair Work Act.

Can compassionate leave be taken from an employee’s personal leave balance? Here’s what the Fair Work Act says about compassionate leave entitlements.

An employee's request for a second period of paid parental leave was denied due to a discrepancy in the enterprise agreement's requirements.

A new employee needs time off to care for her sick child, but can personal or carer’s leave be paid in advance under the NES?

Starting 1 July 2025, Australia’s parental leave laws expand to 24 weeks with added super contributions and greater flexibility.

The increase in paid parental leave entitlements will provide much-needed support for new parents.

A clear, practical explainer on when personal/carer’s leave can be accessed, when it can be advanced, and how employers should manage leave shortfalls under the Fair Work Act.

Understand how annual leave and long service leave are paid when roles and salaries change under the Fair Work Act and NT legislation.

A surrogate mother asks if she can take unpaid parental leave, but the NES rules aren’t as straightforward as you might think.