The Northern Territory Work Health and Safety Act 2011 is legislation crafted to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of workers in the Northern Territory, Australia. It assigns responsibilities to employers, workers, and other stakeholders to foster a safe work environment via risk assessment, consultation, and training. The Act encompasses a spectrum of workplace risks, including physical, chemical, and psychosocial hazards. It establishes penalties for non-compliance, emphasizing the imperative of adhering to the Act to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. Overall, the Act aims to cultivate a culture of safety and well-being across workplaces in the Northern Territory.
The purpose of this Act is to—
(a) prevent cruelty to animals; and
(b) to encourage the considerate treatment of animals; and
(c) to improve the level of community awareness about the prevention of cruelty to animals.
The Victorian Public Holidays Act 1993 is legislation that regulates public holidays in Victoria, Australia. It outlines the dates of public holidays and provisions for holiday pay and entitlements. The Act also governs public holiday trading hours and provides guidelines for employers and employees regarding their rights and obligations on public holidays. By ensuring consistency and fairness in the observance of public holidays, the Act promotes work-life balance and supports the well-being of workers while contributing to the social and economic fabric of Victoria.
The Western Australia Work Health and Safety Act 2020 is legislation designed to protect the health, safety, and welfare of workers and others in the state. It places duties on employers, workers, and other parties to ensure a safe work environment through risk assessment, consultation, and training. The Act addresses a wide range of workplace hazards, including physical, chemical, and psychosocial risks. Penalties for non-compliance are outlined, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the Act to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. Overall, it aims to promote a proactive approach to health and safety management across Western Australian workplaces.
The Western Australia Vocational Education and Training Act 1996 is legislation governing the provision of vocational education and training (VET) in the state. It outlines the framework for the administration, regulation, and funding of VET programs. The Act aims to promote access to high-quality training, skill development, and industry-relevant qualifications. It establishes standards for training providers, assessment procedures, and accreditation processes. By aligning training with industry needs and workforce demands, the Act supports economic growth, employment opportunities, and lifelong learning in Western Australia.
The Victorian Long Service Leave Act of 2018 is a comprehensive legislation designed to safeguard the rights of workers in Victoria, Australia, by providing entitlements to long service leave. This Act ensures that employees who have completed a specified period of continuous service with their employer are entitled to a period of paid leave, typically after completing seven or ten years of service, depending on the industry. It outlines provisions for accrual, calculation, and taking of long service leave, while also addressing issues such as transfer of entitlements and employer obligations. Through its robust framework, the Act aims to promote employee well-being, retention, and fair treatment in the workplace.
The South Australian Skills Act 2008 is legislation designed to enhance the skills and capabilities of the workforce in South Australia. It establishes the framework for the administration, regulation, and funding of vocational education and training (VET) programs. The Act aims to address skills shortages, support industry needs, and promote lifelong learning opportunities. It facilitates partnerships between government, industry, and training providers to deliver relevant and high-quality training programs. By aligning training with workforce demands and economic priorities, the Act contributes to the development of a skilled and adaptable workforce, driving economic growth and prosperity in South Australia.
The South Australia Labour Hire Licensing Act 2017 is legislation enacted to regulate the labour hire industry within South Australia, Australia. It mandates that labour hire providers must obtain a license to operate, ensuring compliance with fair employment practices, workplace safety standards, and industry integrity. The Act aims to protect vulnerable workers from exploitation, ensure transparency and accountability within the labour hire sector, and impose penalties for non-compliance. By enforcing licensing requirements, it seeks to safeguard the rights and well-being of workers while promoting a level playing field and ethical conduct in the labour hire industry across South Australia.
The Victorian Labour Hire Licensing Act 2018 is legislation established to regulate the provision of labour hire services in Victoria, Australia. It mandates that labour hire providers must obtain a license to operate, ensuring compliance with fair employment practices, workplace safety standards, and industry integrity. The Act aims to protect vulnerable workers from exploitation and promote transparency and accountability within the labour hire industry. By enforcing licensing requirements and penalties for non-compliance, it seeks to create a level playing field while safeguarding the rights and well-being of workers across various sectors in Victoria.
The Act establishes a legal and administrative structure to enable and promote the conservation of Victoria’s native flora and fauna. It also provides a choice of procedure which can be used for the conservation and management of threatened species and communities.
The Act provides for the listing of threatened communities of flora, fauna and potentially threatening processes. Recent changes in 2020 gives effect to a consistent national approach to assessing and listing threatened species using the common assessment method (CAM) and, modernises the Act’s enforcement framework to include stronger penalties.