Free tool
Under-18 rates are not changing
Currently 70% of the adult rate
Currently 80% of the adult rate
Currently 90% (Retail: 100% after 6 months)
Already on adult rates
Shops, supermarkets, department stores
Takeaway-focused food outlets
Community pharmacies
The change covers only these three awards
Only time with your CURRENT employer counts — the clock restarts when you change jobs.
The 100% adult rate for your level — e.g. Retail Level 1 is $27.81/hr from 1 July 2026. Find yours in our pay-rate tools.
Adds the 25% casual loading