News

ACT Leave appoints their new CEO 

17 September 2025

A white text box on a pink background that says Update, ACT Leave appoints new CEO

ACT Leave is pleased to announce that the ACT Leave Board has appointed Ms Cassandra Webeck to the role of Chief Executive Officer and Registrar for five years.  

With a career spanning the not-for-profit, higher education, and government sectors, Cassandra is a seasoned senior executive experienced in establishing and managing corporate operations, with expertise in governance, risk management, and compliance. As an experienced governance practitioner, Cassandra has served on several not-for-profit and higher education sector Boards and sub-committees where she has focused on building accountability, promoting continuous improvement, and supporting effective decision making. 

Cassandra has been a valued member of the ACT Leave team for four years, as Deputy Registrar between 2021-2024, before acting as Chief Executive Officer and Registrar from September 2024 until her appointment in September 2025.  

Did you find this information helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

More Updates

Upcoming office closure
ACT Leave will be closed on Wednesday 26 August 2026 as we will be offsite for a Corporate Planning Day.

If you have an enquiry, please contact us, and we will respond when we return to the office on Thursday 27 August 2026.

The client portal will remain available and can be accessed as usual during this time.
An image of a young woman making a coffee at a cafe and smiling
Learn more about the Services Industry Scheme
From 1 April 2025, portable long service leave coverage in the ACT will extend to eligible workers in the services industry with the commencement of the Services Industry Scheme.

The scheme incorporates the existing Contract Cleaning Industry Scheme and new industries of hairdressing and beauty services and accommodation and food services, including hospitality services.
2 contruction workers, one male and one female, engaged in conversation
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Increase to the Building & Construction levy rate
Effective from 1 October 2024, the levy rate for the Building & Construction Industry Scheme will increase to 2.75%. An email advising of the change was sent on 30 January 2024.