Minimum wage 



How much is the minimum wage?

The adult minimum wage (for everyone aged 16 and over) is $13.50 as of 1 April 2012. The minimum wage only applies to you if you are over 16 years old.

The minimum wage for new entrants, and employees on the training minimum wage, is $10.80 as of 1 April 2012.

For more information see the Department of Labour website


I’m getting paid less than the minimum wage. What do I do?

You should try talking to your employer and asking them to meet the minimum legal requirements. If they refuse you can contact a Labour Inspector to investigate the issue.

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