Islamabad, Aug 3, 2025: In a landmark move, Victoria is set to introduce a new law giving employees the right to work from home, aiming to reshape workplace norms across the state. Premier Jacinta Allan revealed the proposal over the weekend, stating the initiative will guarantee eligible workers the right to remote work for at least two days a week—provided their job responsibilities allow it.
The bold policy shift is driven by strong evidence linking remote work to higher productivity, improved family life, and significant cost savings. “It’s not just about flexibility—it’s about fairness,” Allan emphasized during the announcement at the Labor Party’s state conference. “This new law will treat working from home as a basic right, not just a privilege.”
The Work from Home Law in Victoria is currently in the consultation phase, where input from employees, business leaders, and unions will be collected to ensure a balanced framework. Once finalized, the proposal will be submitted to the Victorian Parliament, with implementation expected as early as next year.
Key benefits highlighted by the government include:
- Saving workers an average of $110 per week
- Reducing road congestion and commute times
- Supporting greater participation of women in the workforce
The initiative has also drawn support from Victoria’s opposition leader, Brad Battin, who acknowledged that flexible working arrangements enhance work-life balance and should be preserved where possible.
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This move comes in sharp contrast to past national policies that attempted to curb remote work, a strategy many believe contributed to electoral losses for the former coalition government.
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If passed, Victoria will become the first Australian state to legislate the right to work remotely, marking a significant shift in how modern workplaces operate.
