Right to Disconnect

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Frequently asked questions

  • Can my employer contact me after hours? Yes. Whether you must respond depends on the factors above.
  • My manager frequently contacts me after hours — what can I do? Raise concerns internally and consider whether expectations are reasonable. See our guidance on reasonable additional hours.
  • Can I face discipline for not responding? Employers may initiate disciplinary action, but the law provides greater protection for reasonable refusal outside hours.
  • Threatened with dismissal? You may have general protections rights. If dismissed, consider unfair dismissal or general protections dismissal applications.
  • Deadlines: There is a strict 21‑day limit to lodge unfair dismissal/general protections dismissal applications in the FWC.

General information, not legal advice. Rights and obligations vary with your EA/award/contract and circumstances. Disputes should be addressed promptly.

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