Most workers are paid for public holidays, except for contract workers and casual employees who are paid for hours worked. Other paid leave, for most workers except those mentioned above, should include annual or recreation leave, sick leave and long service leave.

The award or agreement covering employees will have information about their leave entitlements and explain the pay arrangement for public holidays.

WorkChoices

WorkChoices is the new federal workplace relations system that will affect up to 85 per cent of employees. As an employer, you will need to determine if this legislation affects you and if so, what you need to comply with.

Employees covered by the new federal legislation are eligible to receive the minimum leave entitlements set out in the Australian Fair Pay and Conditions Standard.