Australia's Victoria state has delayed implementing the world's first law granting workers a legal right to work remotely, citing business opposition and cost concerns.
The legislation was set to come into effect on September 1
Aug 11, 2026
10:18 am
What's the storyAustralia's Victoria state has postponed the implementation of a landmark law that would have given eligible workers a legal right to work from home for two days a week.
The legislation, which was set to come into effect on September 1, has now been pushed back to July 2027 due to strong opposition from business groups and concerns over costs and hiring.
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