[no bill text published] Expanded fair work rights for Victoria Police employees
Fair Work (Commonwealth Powers) Amendment Bill 2026
1st House
2nd House
Law
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
Employees under the Fair Work (Commonwealth Powers) Act can now access entitlements for flexible working arrangements
Police employees can now disclose or ask about their pay and employment terms
The law now covers conditions and limits on fixed-term appointments
The PRS Board can resolve disputes through mediation, conciliation or arbitration
Enterprise agreements can now set additional requirements for how the Victoria Police Act is applied
Tasking decisions are excluded from certain legal provisions
Transfers related to disciplinary breaches or crimes punishable by prison are excluded from certain provisions