FIXED TERM AGREEMENTS

From 6 December 2023, new limits on the use of fixed term contracts will be in place. For employees other than casuals, this includes:

•  Maximum 2-year contract period — A fixed term contract can’t be for a period of more than 2 years, including renewals and extensions.

•  No more than 2 consecutive contracts — In certain circumstances, an employee can’t have more than 2 consecutive contracts for the same or similar work.