Paid Parental Leave scheme for working parents
The Paid Parental Leave scheme is a new entitlement for working parents of children born or adopted from 1 January 2011. Parental Leave Pay is available to working parents who meet the eligibility criteria. Eligible working parents can get 18 weeks of government funded Parental Leave Pay at the rate of the National Minimum Wage (currently $589.40 a week before tax).
Parental Leave Pay and Baby Bonus cannot be paid for the same child. If you meet the eligibility requirements for both payments, you can choose which payment is the best financial decision for your family.
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Video 1
Learn about Parental Leave Pay and Baby Bonus, and decide which payment is better for you by watching these helpful videos.
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Video 2
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