Update: Fair Work Commission minimum wage increase

This pay table, provided by the Fair Work Ombudsman, sets out the rates of pay and allowances that will apply from the first full pay period commencing on or after 1 July 2025. View the SCHCADS Industry Award (Financial) Pay Table 2025/26.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) advises employers must ensure eligible employees receive their 3.5% minimum wage increase from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2025. 

The new National Minimum Wage is $948 per week (based on a 38 hour week for a full-time employee), or $24.95 per hour. This is an increase from the 2024/25 rates of $915.90 per week and $24.10 per hour. Read more.

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In addition to wage increases, the Superannuation Guarantee rate has risen from 11.5% to 12% as part of the legislated increase under the Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992. Employers should also be aware of several major enhancements to government-funded Paid Parental Leave. Read more.