Victoria proposes work-from-home law, faces potential High Court challenge
Victoria's government proposed a law allowing employees to work from home two days a week, aiming to enshrine this right in the Equal Opportunity Act. Business groups are concerned that even if passed, the law may not withstand a constitutional challenge due to conflicts with the Commonwealth Fair Work Act. Several lobby groups are considering a High Court challenge.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 19:00 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 19:10 UTC
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