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Notice of termination
My contract of employment says I will get 4 weeks’ notice of termination, but my award says I only get two weeks. Which one applies?
You are entitled to 4 weeks’ notice of termination. Awards provide for minimum terms and conditions of employment. Employers and employees are free to enter into contracts of employment which provide more beneficial terms or conditions. In your circumstances the extra notice provided by your contract is more beneficial to you and therefore applies.