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We're here to help you understand your rights and responsibilities at work during the coronavirus pandemic.
The information on this website covers workplace laws, obligations and entitlements for:
- employers and employees affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)
- employers and employees seeking COVID-19 vaccination guidance
- employers and employees covered by awards varied by the Fair Work Commission during coronavirus.
We encourage employees and employers to work together to find solutions that suit their individual workplaces and circumstances.
Check out our News and updates section to see what's been updated recently.
COVID-19 vaccinations and the workplace
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When workplaces shut quickly because of a lockdown
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Pay, leave and stand downs
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Returning to work and the workplace
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Health and safety in the workplace
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Alternative work arrangements
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Ending employment and redundancy
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Former JobKeeper scheme
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Changes to workplace laws during coronavirus
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Changes to workplace laws that apply now:
Changes to workplace laws that no longer apply:
Tools and help during coronavirus
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News and updates
26 November 2021
Lockdown restrictions in parts of the Northern Territory
There are lockdown restrictions in some circumstances in parts of the Northern Territory following community transmission of COVID-19.
Find out what areas are impacted and what restrictions apply at NT Government – Lockdown restrictions in place 
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If your workplace has been affected, find information on your workplace rights and responsibilities at When workplaces shut quickly because of a lockdown.
Previous news and updates
To view a list of previous updates to our website, go to our Previous news and updates page.
About our information
We'll continue to update the information on our website as the situation develops and as needed. The information provided is current as at the time of the last update. It is not legal advice but represents the views of the Fair Work Ombudsman based on the best available information. We encourage you to regularly check this page for more information.