Hi there. A leave of absence (LOA) for contracting work in Victoria will differ from one workplace to the next, depending on the terms of agreement that have been negotiated. While there is no established ‘standard’ period for a leave of absence, it is generally the case that a contractor, or employee, will remain employed or engaged during their leave.

It is not clear what is meant by the second part of your question, given that an LOA term generally does not exist in isolation but, rather, within an agreement.

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