As the Right to Disconnect law marks its first month, it's clear there's no one-size-fits-all approach to after-hours work. While employees may occasionally work beyond regular hours, clear policies and fair compensation can help prevent burnout and resentment.
These documents mark a major shift in AI regulation in Australia. While the mandatory guardrails are under consultation, businesses are advised to adopt the Voluntary Standards now to prepare for future changes and manage AI responsibly.
A key provision of the new bill is raising the casual loading for minimum wage workers to 25%. This change, aligning WA’s laws with the national system, aims to enhance financial security for casual employees.
Dr. Cecelia Herbert, Principal Behavioural Scientist at Qualtrics, noted that the new right to disconnect law exemplifies the evolving expectations in the employee-employer relationship.
Under the new rules, temporary visa holders who cease employment with their sponsoring employer now have extended timeframes to secure new sponsorship, apply for alternative visas, or arrange to leave Australia.