Federal Housing Minister Clare O'Neil and Senator Bridget McKenzie support work from home arrangements without endorsing legislation. A poll indicates that nearly two thirds of voters favor legal protection for working from home, with 74% of Labor voters and 51% of Coalition voters in agreement. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan seeks to establish a law for two days of remote work weekly. O'Neil noted the positive impact of remote work on family life and productivity, while McKenzie expressed support for flexible working but refrained from advocating for legal measures.
"I'm not at all surprised to see those results because work from home has been an absolute game-changer for Australia's working families," O'Neil told Barr.
"In my community, there are people I talk to who are saving sometimes two hours or more of travel time every day and that is enabling them to be better workers and commit more to their workplace."
"With regard to the legislation, what we see at the moment is largely bosses are working this through on a case-by-case basis, but you would be aware the Victorian government is looking at a legislative pathway."
"One thing I want people to understand at home is we get it. We will protect your work from home rights and make sure you have a situation where can continue to get that fantastic flexibility both in your workplace and in your home."
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