The Fair Work Act 2009 is the primary legislation regulating Australian workplaces, ensuring that employees receive essential entitlements such as leave, working hours, and the right to a safe work environment.
The Act mandates the National Employment Standards (NES), which outline basic entitlements like annual leave, personal leave, parental leave, and maximum weekly hours.
For example, under this Act, employees are entitled to at least 4 weeks of annual leave per year, promoting work-life balance and employee wellbeing.
The Fair Work Act also establishes minimum wage standards and protections against unfair dismissal.
