July 1st 2024.
Starting from today, minimum-wage workers in Australia will be able to take home more money, as the new financial year brings with it a 3.75 per cent increase in the national minimum wage. This means that the minimum weekly pay will rise from $882.80 to $915.90, while the minimum hourly wage will increase from $23.23 to $24.10.
For casual employees who are entitled to the national minimum wage, they must now receive a minimum of $30.13 per hour, which includes a 25 per cent casual loading. This is great news for millions of workers who will see an increase in their pay packets starting today. However, it is important for employers to note that this increase must be applied to their employees' remuneration from the first full pay period after today.
The Fair Work Ombudsman, Anna Booth, is urging employers to make sure they are aware of this increase and are paying their workers correctly. It is their responsibility to ensure that their employees are receiving the correct wages. Booth also highlighted the resources available to both employers and employees, such as the free Pay Calculator and pay guides, to check the lawful minimum pay rates. They can also reach out to the Fair Work Ombudsman directly for assistance.
In light of recent events, including Joe Biden's debate stumble, there has been discussion about the term "gaslighting." This term refers to manipulating someone to doubt their own reality, and many Democrat insiders have claimed to have experienced this. However, let's stay focused on the positive news for Australian workers and their increased wages.
It is important for employers to note that failure to pay their employees correctly could result in court-ordered penalties and the need to back-pay their workers. If employees are unsure of which award applies to them, they can use the "Find my award" tool or contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for assistance.
Lastly, it is worth mentioning that the increase may also apply to employees covered by a registered agreement. In these cases, the base pay rate in the agreement cannot be lower than the base pay rate in the relevant award. And for those who want to stay updated on all the latest breaking news, celebrity gossip, and sports updates, they can follow us on our WhatsApp channel where they can receive all this without any comments or algorithms, and their private details remain secure.
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