There has been some publicity on news reports about this new Amendment which came into effect 1 February 2023. The Bill gives all employees (including casuals) 10 days of paid Family and Domestic Violence leave in a 12 month period. It is paid at the employee's full rate of pay, as if the employee had worked the hours, and any unused entitlement does not accumulate from year to year. It is important to note that the leave for part time and casual employees is the full 10 days, it is NOT pro-rated. Depending on the size of the employer, as at 1 February 2023, the bill comes into effect from 1 February 2023 for employers who have 15 or more employees; or 1 August 2023 for small business employers (employers with fewer than 15 employees). There are some quite specific requirements around taking it, administering (tracking) it and maintaining confidentiality around it, which employees and employers should be aware of. Further details about how family and domestic violence leave works can be found on the Fairwork site. Evidence requirements can be found here.

1800 Respect is the National domestic and family violence counselling, information and support service. Their number is 1800 737 732.