1-7-2026 – FAIR WORK – National Minimum wage increase

The Fair Work Commission has announced a 4.75% increase to the National Minimum Wage and minimum award wages.

From 1^st of July 2026, the National Minimum Wage will be:

• $1004.90 per week, or
• $26.44 per hour.

The increase applies from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2026.

This decision was announced following the 2026 Annual Wage Review.

Learn more about this here