Work, family and lifestyle
The information provided is a guide to businesses. The Department of Justice and Attorney-General encourages all businesses to use this information as a starting point to developing their own policies.
Any reference to legislation is applicable to employers and employees covered by the Queensland industrial relations system which, effective from 1 January 2010, includes the Queensland Public Sector and Local Government only.
What law applies?
The Industrial Relations Act 1999 directly prescribes rights and obligations for employers and employees under the Queensland industrial relations system. When employers and employees enter into negotiations about work-life balance policies there are a variety of other legislation that may need to be considered.
Work-life balance strategy
This strategy aims to address attraction and retention of employees by improving the uptake of work-life balance policies for the Queensland public and private sectors. Participation in the strategy is voluntary.
Work-life balance information guides
As part of the Work-Life Balance Strategy, a number of information guides have been developed for different target audiences to assist with the successful implementation of work-life balance policies in organisations.
Why have work-life balance policies
Recognising the benefits of work-life balance policies for workersand employers. Choosing policies well and creating awareness of policies and agreements for effectice acceptance by workers.
Negotiate work-life balance policies and practices
Work-life balance policies can help people meet the needs of their work and personal life more effectively. Different people may have different needs and subsequently require different solutions. Here are some suggestions to help you negotiate work-life balance policies and practices in your organisation
Better work-life balance survey
The Better Work-Life Balance Survey is a free questionnaire to help employers in evaluating and improving their work-life balance policies.