FAIR WORK NES LEAVE FORMULAE

Sick Leave Calculator Australia (2026–27)

Calculate paid personal and carer's sick leave accrual hours and pay entitlements under Australian NES laws.

Verified Personal Leave Scale|Reviewed by Charlotte Smith|Last Updated: July 2026

1. Work Hours & Pay Rate

$

10 days (76 hours) paid personal/carer's leave per 52 weeks worked.

🤒 Personal & Carer's Leave Accrued

76.0 hrs

Equivalent to 10.0 working days of paid sick leave.

Leave Dollar Value

$3,192.00

Calculated under NES 10-day annual personal leave standards.

Personal & Carer's Leave Rules in Australia

Personal leave allows employees to take time off when unfit for work due to illness or injury, or to provide care to an immediate family member.

Disclaimer: This calculator is provided for general informational, educational, and leave estimation purposes only.

Lead Workplace & Finance Specialist

Charlotte Smith

Senior Personal Finance & Taxation Specialist at AussieSpot

Charlotte Smith is the lead personal finance advisor and workplace specialist at AussieSpot. Charlotte has over 12 years of experience helping Australian employees and employers understand Fair Work regulations, leave entitlements, and redundancy laws.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How much sick leave do Australian employees get each year?

Full-time employees receive 10 days of paid personal/carer’s leave per year under the National Employment Standards (NES), which accumulates progressively throughout the year.