The Fair Work Commission has announced an increase to the National Minimum Wage and minimum award wages. The increase applies from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2026.
The National Minimum Wage applies to employees who aren’t covered by an award or enterprise agreement. From 1 July 2026, the National Minimum Wage will be $1004.90 per week, or $26.44 per hour.
The Commission has announced a 4.75% increase to minimum award wages, provided that:
- the lowest rate in any award that applies to ongoing employment must be at least $1004.90 per week or $26.44 per hour
- any entry-level rate that applies to the first 6 months (or less) of employment must be at least $978.10 per week or $25.74 per hour.
To view further information on the annual wage review from Fair Work, click here.
To read the Annual Wage Decision in full, click here.