# John Hanscombe

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### 60% of Australian Workers Use Only 3 Sick Days: A Hidden Burnout Crisis for HR
2026-07-23 00:16:20 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 8

A 2025 poll shows sick day usage in Australia has collapsed, with 60% of employees taking just three of their ten annual days. This 21-point jump signals a widening gap between legal leave entitlements and reality, driven by remote work and mental exhaustion. HR leaders must now tackle presenteeism, mental health, and the ineffective Right to Disconnect.
Full story: https://gethrbrief.com/story/australian-workers-sick-days-hr-burnout

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