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Following the Respect@Work report, there has been a number of changes to employment and discrimination law. This table is intended to help solicitors advise workers in NSW about appropriate pathways for redress. The information in the table is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice.

This factsheet provides information for international students about allowable working hours as of 1 July 2023.

You can be stood down from your job if you cannot do useful work because of a situation that your employer is not responsible for, such as COVID-19. 

Unlawful discrimination occurs when your employer takes action against you, because of your (or your family member's) particular characteristics.

Workers in Australia are allowed to request flexible work arrangements in certain circumstances.

You can only take paid carers' leave in certain situations.

Many businesses are making employees redundant during the COVID-19 pandemic. Redundancy is a type of job loss that occurs when your employer no longer requires someone to work in your position. It should not be because of your performance as an employee.

This factsheet explains your rights if your employer offers you a salary cut.

Your employer has an obligation to pay you superannuation, even during the COVID-19 crisis.

Has your employer reduced your hours or pay during the COVID-19 crisis? Don't sign a new contract without seeking legal advice!