Updated 1 July 2023

As part of the Annual Wage Review (AWR) 2022-23, the Fair Work Commission (the Commission) has increased the National Minimum Wage and award minimum wages from 1 July 2023.

Employers also have to give every new casual employee a copy of the Casual Employment Information Statement (the CEIS) at the same time.

National Minimum Wage Increase

The National Minimum Wage applies to employees not covered by an award or registered agreement.

From 1 July 2023, the National Minimum Wage increases to $882.80 per week or $23.23 per hour. This increase applies to employees from their first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2023.

Award Minimum Wage Increase

Most employees are covered by an award. Awards are legal documents that outline the minimum pay rates and conditions of employment.

From 1 July 2023, adult minimum award wages increase by 5.75%. This increase applies to employees from their first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2023.

National Training Wage increase

Wage increases for trainees under the National Training Wage come into effect on the same date as award minimum wage increases. This includes awards that refer to and incorporate the terms under Schedule E of the Miscellaneous Award, which have an operative date of 1 July 2023.