Its standard NES entitlement applies on 4 weeks/year, 2.923 hours/week on a 38-hour week.
Long Service Leave in the Northern Territory
Under the Long Service Leave Act 1981 (NT), the NT ties with SA for the most generous LSL in Australia:
- 13 weeks of paid LSL after 10 years of continuous service (1.3 weeks accrued per year)
- Further leave after each subsequent 5 years of continuous service
- Pro-rata from around 7 years if employment ends for specific reasons (not simple resignation)
- Full-time, part-time, and casual employees are covered
Curious how this compares? See SA’s matching 13-week LSL, ACT’s 7-year rule, or NSW’s entitlement.
Public Holidays in the Northern Territory
The NT calendar includes Picnic Day (August) in addition to the national public holidays. Confirm current-year dates via the NT Government’s official calendar.
FAQs
How much long service leave is available in the NT?
13 weeks after 10 years — the same generous rate as South Australia.
Is there a unique NT public holiday?
Yes — Picnic Day, observed in August, is specific to the Territory.
Do casuals accrue LSL in the NT?
Yes, provided continuous service requirements are met.