The Adult Minimum Wage was increased $20.00 from 1 April 2021, which works out to $160/day for a standard 8 hour day.
For an individual working full-time on the minimum wage (40 hours/week), earnings before tax will now be $708/week or $41600/year.
Minimum wage after tax comes to $668/week or $34,722/year, excluding benefits for eligible workers.
New Minimum Wage Rates as of 04/2021
| Adult Minimum Wage | $20.00 Per Hour |
|---|---|
| Starting-Out Wage | $16.00 Per Hour |
| Training Minimum Wage | $16.00 Per Hour |