Australia’s parental leave system is a mix of statutory entitlements, government-funded parental leave, and employer-funded parental leave.
Employers are increasingly recognising the benefits of paid parental leave for business, employees, families and the wider community. Many DCA member organisations are leading the way when it comes to parental leave.
In this section, members can learn more about parental leave entitlements, the case for action for employer-funded paid leave, leading-practice principles and case studies/examples.
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Latest Research - Parental Leave
The State of Flex in the Australian Workforce
Special report highlights a positive link between flexible work and workplace inclusion and shows that the stigma around care, gender and flexible work continues.
Let’s Share the Care
DCA’s report is a call to action to end the gender pay gap by enabling women and men in Australian families to ‘share the care’ more equitably.
Men Get Flexible!
DCA research on men and flexible working and how it can generate positive outcomes for men, women, families and organisations.
Latest Articles - Parental Leave
Paid Parental Leave Amendment Bill 2023
This is DCA’s second submission supporting amendments to paid parental leave to ensure that Australia can offer government funded parental leave that is flexible, gender-neutral and promotes shared-care arrangements between parents.
Inclusive Employer Case Study: City of Sydney
City of Sydney share insights from their diversity and inclusion journey in this case study focused on their recognition as an Inclusive Employer.
Early Childhood Productivity Commission Inquiry
Read DCA’s submission in response to the 2023 Productivity Commission’s Inquiry into Early Childhood Education and Care.