- Published by:
- Wage Inspectorate
- Date:
- 19 Aug 2022
Disclaimer
The document does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Should you have any concerns regarding the application of the material to your individual circumstances, you should seek your own independent legal advice.
The Wage Inspectorate endeavours to keep the information contained in this guide accurate and up to date. However, the Wage Inspectorate does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability or currency of this material, and disclaims all liability for any loss or damage caused directly or indirectly from or in connection with the use of or reliance upon the information contained in this guide.
Do not delay in contacting the Wage Inspectorate for information if your long service leave has not been paid. Strict time limits may apply, including limits on when regulatory action may be taken by the Wage Inspectorate.
Victorian Long Service Leave Act 2018
Information about the Act, including who it covers and how it interacts with federal laws.
Accrual of long service leave
The rate at which long service leave accrues, and how leave and absences affect accrual.
Taking long service leave
When and how an employee can take long service leave.
Continuous employment with 'one employer'
How a business changing hands, assets being transferred and working for a related employer affect long service leave, and how leave affects continuity of employment.
Calculating long service leave
How to calculate long service leave leave.
Enforcement
Wage Inspectorate Victoria enforces the Long Service Leave Act 2018 (Vic).
Where to get more information
Where to get more information about Victoria's long service leave laws.
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