For members who did not receive our previous communication regarding the union rally held on 9 May, Master Builders reminds members that employees who withdrew their labour to attend the rally without advance written authorization from their employer cannot be paid wages:

• for a minimum of four hours if they withdraw their labour for up to four hours; or
• if withdrawn for greater than four hours, the amount of time that labour is withdrawn.

Accordingly, members are advised to keep records of any employee absences as the payment of employees who attend the rally without the advance written authorization from the employer (e.g. approved leave) can lead to fines for employers of up to $210,000.

Members seeking further advice should contact the IR Department on (03) 9411 4560.