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The fairwork ombudsman today has released more detailed information regarding importants changes in employment law.

• Casual employment changes – Rules about casual employment have changed, including how casual work is defined, pathways to permanent employment, and employee and employer responsibilities. Read more about casual employees and pathways to permanent employment.
• Right to disconnect – Employees have the right to refuse contact outside their working hours unless that refusal is unreasonable. Learn about the new right to disconnect. This doesn’t apply to small businesses and their employees until 26 August 2025.
• Independent contractor changes – If you’re a contractor or work with contractors, it’s important you understand the new definition of employment and other changes to independent contractor rules.
• Minimum standards and protections for some contractors – If you’re in the gig economy or road transport industry, find out about new minimum standards and protections for some contractors. Visit Regulated workers.