Fair Work Amendment (Paid Reproductive Health Leave and Flexible Work Arrangements) Bill 2025

# Fair Work Amendment (Paid Reproductive Health Leave and Flexible Work Arrangements) Bill 2025 ## What it does This bill gives Australian employees 12 days of paid leave per year specifically for reproductive health issues—including menstruation, endometriosis, menopause, and related conditions. The leave is separate from your regular sick leave and is available immediately at the start of each 12-month period. ## Why it matters Many people currently have to use general sick leave or go unpaid when dealing with reproductive health problems, which can be stigmatising and financially painful. This recognises that these are legitimate health needs that shouldn't eat into your standard personal/carer's leave entitlements. ## Key details - **12 days per year**: Full-time and part-time employees get the same entitlement - **Doesn't roll over**: Unused days don't carry to the next year—you get a fresh 12 days each period - **Comes into effect immediately**: The law applies the day after it receives Royal Assent (royal approval) - **Who it affects**: National system employees in Australia (basically everyone under the Fair Work Act)