Victoria postpones work-from-home legislation by almost a year amid business talks

Victoria's government has pushed back its work-from-home bill by nearly twelve months, citing the need for additional dialogue with employers. The proposal, first outlined by former premier Jacinta Allan to protect workers seeking at least two days of remote work per one outlet, will now be revisited after further consultation. Premier Ben Carroll informed both the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief Sally Curtain and Australian Industry Group head Tim Piper of the delay, emphasizing that the legislation remains a priority and will be enacted before the upcoming state election in November.

While Carroll expressed support for the measures, he stressed the importance of weighing them against broader economic concerns. The business community has welcomed the extra time but continues to call for the bill's repeal, labeling it costly and unnecessary. Opposition figures have also suggested amendments to ease the transition and limit union access to home-based workplaces.