

Minimum wage rises by $1.20 on 1 April 2019
Minimum wage rises When: 1 April 2019 What: The new minimum wage rates, before tax, are: Adult — $17.70 an hour Starting-out — $14.16 an hour (up from $13.20) Training — $14.16 an hour (up from $13.20) Read this page on minimum pay rules for a summary of who can earn the different rates. Why: Government must by law review the minimum wage rates every year. What you’ll need to do: You and your staff can agree to any wage above the minimum rates. If your payroll and employment