🇦🇺 Australian Legal Tools

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Free tools to help everyday Australians understand employment law, consumer rights, tenancy, and small claims — without the legal jargon.

✓ Fair Work Act 2009 ✓ Australian Consumer Law ✓ All states & territories ✓ Updated 2025

Notice Period Calculator

Calculate the minimum notice period required under the Fair Work Act when ending employment.

Employment Details
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Notice Requirements
Minimum Notice Period

Payment in Lieu of Notice

Redundancy Pay Calculator

Calculate minimum redundancy entitlements under the Fair Work Act 2009 National Employment Standards.

Employment Details
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Your Entitlements
Redundancy Pay
NES Redundancy Pay Scale

Small Claims Limits by State

Check the maximum claim amount and filing fees for each state and territory's small claims tribunal.

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All States Comparison
State/TerritoryTribunalMax ClaimFiling Fee (approx)Lawyers?

Australian Consumer Law Rights

Understand your rights under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) — refunds, repairs, replacements, and guarantees.

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Your Rights
Consumer Guarantee Quick Reference

Rental & Tenancy Rights

Key tenancy rights, notice periods, and bond rules across Australian states.

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Key Rules
Landlord Entry Rules by State
StateNotice RequiredRoutine InspectionsRepairs Entry

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