This page is hosted by NSW Industrial Relations, a NSW Government agency that helps people comply with and understand workplace laws.
'Leave' is when an employee is authorised to be absent from work. This could be for a range of reasons, including a public holiday, health, family responsibilities, or other personal matters.
Long service leave
Find out how your entitlements work depending on your work type, in this resource from NSW Industrial Relations.
Public holidays
NSW Industrial Relations provides information on workers' entitlements during public holidays in NSW.
Annual leave
Learn about taking time off from work for holidays or other chosen activities in these pages from the Fair Work Ombudsman.
More about long service leave
After completing 10 years of continuous service with an employer, workers can take long service leave. Learn about your entitlements here.
Rights and responsibilities at work
Learn more about your other entitlements at work, including health and safety, pay and wages, starting out at work, and more.
Rights and responsibilities in NSW