From 1 July 2022, the national minimum wage will increase by 5.2%, which is about $40 per week. The new national minimum wage will be $812.60 per week for full time workers or $21.38 per hour.

The new national minimum wage will be applicable from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2022. For example, if you have a weekly pay period that starts on a Monday, the new rates will apply from Monday 4 July 2022.

Minimum award wages above $869.60 per week will get a 4.6% increase. Minimum award wages below $869.60 per week will get a $40 increase.

If you have employees who are covered by an award, award increases happen in 2 stages. Most awards will increase from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2022. For some awards in the aviation, hospitality and tourism industries, the increase will happen from 1 October 2022.