Changes to Minimum Wage Rates

General / 25 January 2017
Changes to Minimum Wage Rates

Changes to Minimum Wage Rates will come into effect fromĀ 1 April 2017.

The adult minimum wage rate will increase from $15.25 per hour to $15.75 (before tax) an hour.

The starting out wage and training minimum wage will increase from $12.20 to $12.60 (before tax) per hour.

26 January 2017

Disclaimer: We remind you that while this article provides commentary on employment law topics, it should not be used as a substitute for legal or professional advice for specific situations. Please seek guidance from your employment lawyer for any questions specific to your workplace.

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