Guide to the Western Australian Long Service Leave Act

Fact sheet
Long service leave entitlements for employees and obligations for employers in Western Australia who are covered by the state Long Service Leave Act 1958.
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Long service leave is a paid leave entitlement for full time, part time, casual and seasonal employees. The state Long Service Leave Act 1958 (LSL Act) provides the long service leave entitlement for most private sector employees in WA. 

This guide provides information on long service leave entitlements for employees and obligations for employers in WA who are covered by the LSL Act. It is not intended to provide advice on individual or specific circumstances. 

This resource contains the long service leave content on the LGIRS website in one publication.

This publication may be updated on occasion to reflect legislative changes and other developments. 

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