Casual workers now entitled to ask for permanent position

Casual employees who have worked regular hours for at least a year now have the right to ask their employer for a permanent contract.

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The ruling from the Fair Work Ombudsman, which came into effect on October 1, states a person working as a regular casual employee for 12 months may request for their employment to be converted to full-time or part-time.

For full time work, this would be working an average of 38 hours or more per week across the year, while those working less than 38 hours on average per week can request permanent part-time.

Australian Council of Trade Unions ACTU President Michelle O'Neill has welcomed the changes, saying every employee should be able to have secure work.

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