AustraliaMost often cited as: Fair Work Ombudsman
Changes detected: 4
What changes: From 1 July 2026, the duration of Parental Leave Pay will increase from 120 days to 130 days. This change aims to provide more support to families during the parental leave period.
What changes: Eligible employees who are the carer of a child born or adopted from 1 July 2025 can receive up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave Pay to share as a family. This is an increase from the previous entitlement.
What changes: For children born or adopted between 1 July 2024 and 30 June 2025, eligible employees can receive up to 22 weeks of Parental Leave Pay to share as a family. This payment is managed by Services Australia.
What changes: Employees receiving Parental Leave Pay for children born or adopted from 1 July 2025 will receive a superannuation contribution of 12% on their payment. This is administered by the ATO.
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