The Government has released its response to the findings and recommendations in the final report of the independent review into the paid family and domestic violence leave entitlement.
The independent review was conducted by Flinders University and commenced on 15 May 2024. The review considered the operation and impact of the entitlement on victim-survivors of family and domestic violence and employers, including small business.
The final report of the review was delivered to the Australian Government in August 2024 and was tabled in both Houses of Parliament on 9 October 2024.
The Government response outlines a blueprint for further action including:
- maintained focus on raising awareness, understanding and uptake of paid family and domestic violence leave
- better information and training for first responders on paid family and domestic violence leave
- A focus on priority cohorts including First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and casual employees.
To read the response, visit Final Report Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave.
Existing government-funded services and training, including 1800RESPECT and DV-alert, continue to support businesses and their employees to deal with Family and Domestic Violence.
1800RESPECT is the national domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service. If you or someone you know needs support, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.