Minimum Wage Increase from 1 July 2025: What You Need to Know

Cogger Gurry • June 19, 2025

Starting 1 July 2025, the Fair Work Commission has announced a 3.5% increase to both the National Minimum Wage and minimum award wages.

Key Details:

  • New National Minimum Wage: $24.95 per hour or $948 per week.
  • Applies to: Employees not covered by an award or enterprise agreement.
  • Effective Date: From the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2025.

For employees covered by awards—which outline minimum pay rates and conditions for specific industries or occupations—the same 3.5% increase applies. This adjustment will also take effect from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2025.

What This Means:

  • For Employees: You can expect a pay increase reflecting the 3.5% rise, depending on your current wage and coverage under an award or agreement.
  • For Employers: Ensure that payroll systems are updated to accommodate the new wage rates from the applicable date.


The Fair Work Ombudsman will update its Pay and Conditions Tool and other resources to reflect these changes. It's advisable to check these tools closer to 1 July to confirm the specific rates applicable to your situation.



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