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Guidance

A member on parental leave may be eligible for Australian Government parental leave pay.

Visit the Members and Families site to learn more about these payments.

5.7.1 Purpose

5.7.3 Member this Part does not apply to

5.7.4 Definitions

5.7.4A How to apply for parental leave

Guidance

The approved forms are as as follows.

1. PMKeYS.

2. If PMKeYS is not avaliable, form AF088 - Application for Leave.

5.7.4B Limit on the amount of parental leave

5.7.4C Dual serving parents

A dual serving couple whose child is born or joins their family on a permanent basis, on or before 12 February 2025 are eligible for a combined total of 18 weeks of parental leave that was applicable at the time  as provided under Schedule 6 of Defence Determination, Conditions of service Amendment Determination 2024 (No. 13).

5.7.4D Members subject to a flexible service determination

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