Free guide · Australian hospitality · 2026
The after-hours roster message: right to disconnect in 2026
Know what to consider before expecting an off-duty reply. Explore the statutory factors, realistic venue scenarios and respectful message examples, then use the policy draft and fillable decision records.
15 pages · Printable and fillable · Reviewed 12 October 2026
What you’ll find inside
- Contacting an employee versus requiring a response
- The five statutory factors to consider
- Four hospitality scenarios and respectful message examples
- A venue policy draft and supervisor checklist
- Fillable contact plans and decision records
One check that can change the answer
A request to cover tomorrow’s shift does not automatically require an off-duty reply. The guide walks through the circumstances to assess and a backup plan for finding cover.
General information for employers in Australia’s national workplace relations system. The guide links to Fair Work and the applicable awards. Confirm current rules, coverage and your employee’s circumstances before making a decision.
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