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5.8 Compassionate leave

Compassionate leave gives you time off when a close relative is seriously ill, very seriously ill or dies.

What leave do you get?

In a leave year (1 July to 30 June), you may be granted up to five days of compassionate leave. Only days that would otherwise be duty count towards the five days. Leave may be taken in broken periods.

You may get more compassionate leave in some situations.

You may also be able to claim travel costs if you need to travel for compassionate reasons (see 9.4).

Application to Reservists:  No, except for Reservists on continuous full-time service.

Reference:  ADF Pay and Conditions Manual, Chapter 5 Part 7 Division 2