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Last verified: 16 May 2026Decision confirmed — 2 June 2026
The Fair Work Commission lifted the National Minimum Wage 6% to $26.44/hour and modern award minimum rates 4.75%, effective from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2026. Pick the increase that applies to you below.
Hourly
$27.70
+$1.26/hr
Weekly
$1,052.60
+$47.88/wk
Annual (52wk)
$54,735.00
+$2,490.00/yr
The Fair Work Commission handed down the Annual Wage Review 2026-27 decision on 2 June 2026. The National Minimum Wage rises 6% to $26.44/hour ($1,004.90/week) from 1 July 2026. Modern award minimum rates rise 4.75%. Full breakdown and calculators below.
Annual Wage Review 2026 Decision Day: When, Where and How to WatchThe Fair Work Commission Expert Panel hands down the 2026 minimum wage decision in early June. Here's the likely date and time, the FWC livestream link, what gets announced, and when your award rate actually changes.
How to Ask for a Pay Rise in Australia (2026): The Script, Timing, and Numbers That WorkA step-by-step guide to asking for a pay rise in Australia — backed by CPI, WPI, and ATO market data. Includes the exact script, timing windows, and the evidence you need to bring.
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