Australia Long Service Leave Calculator
Calculate long service leave entitlements and timing. Shows accrual rates, pro-rata amounts and state-specific rules and benefits.
Long Service Leave by State
ℹ️ Long Service Leave (LSL) in Australia
Long service leave is paid leave for employees who have served an employer for a specified period (usually 7-10 years).
Accrual Rate: Typically 1.3 weeks per year of service (or 13 weeks per 10 years)
Usage: Can be taken as continuous leave or periodic breaks (depends on agreement)
Payment: You continue to receive your regular pay during LSL
Portable LSL (NSW/ACT): Some schemes allow LSL to be carried between employers in same industry
💡 Long Service Leave Tips
- • Check your award or enterprise agreement for exact LSL terms
- • Some employers require advance notice for LSL (typically 3 months)
- • You cannot be forced to take LSL - it's your choice when to use it
- • Unused LSL is usually paid out on termination of employment
- • Part-time employees accrue LSL at the same rate as full-time
- • Some employers offer LSL cash-out schemes (if allowed by state)
📞 More Information
Fair Work Ombudsman (Australia) provides official LSL information at fairwork.gov.au
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