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Fair Work Act Amendments Guide

The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No. 2) Act 2024 (Cth) (Closing Loopholes No.2) introduced several reforms to the Fair Work Act (Cth) that take effect this year. In this guide, we’ve summarised key changes to the legislation effective from 26 August 2024. You’ll find more information about each of the key changes and what you need to do. For Xemplo customers, we’ll also share new and existing features available to help automate processing to meet the requirements of each change.
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  • Casual employment changes
    Understand the new rules for casual employment. Learn about the updated definition of a casual employee and the implications for employers and employees. Discover how these changes affect entitlements like casual loading and notice periods.
  • Independent contractor changes
    Explore the factors used to determine whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor. Understand the potential consequences of misclassification and how to ensure compliance.
  • 'Right to Disconnect'
    Learn about the right of employees to disconnect from work outside of normal working hours. Discover what this means for employers and employees, including expectations for reasonable communication and the potential for penalties.

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