Fair Work Ombudsman reports 29% surge in sick leave requests ahead of
The Fair Work Ombudsman warned Australian employees about a surge in sick leave requests ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6's release on November 19. A report revealed a 29 percent increase in leave bookings compared to last year, with requests among men aged 18 to 44 soaring by 84 percent. Employers are preparing for a significant disruption in the workplace.
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Published 12 Nov 2026, 06:13 UTC · Updated 12 Nov 2026, 06:20 UTC
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