Fair Pay Commission decision

The Australian Fair Pay Commission recently handed down its decision on Minimum Wage Rates. More information on the decision can be found at www.fairpay.gov.au.This decision will impact upon some Licensees who pay staff under the Postal Services Industry Award. The Commission approved an increase of $27.36 per week which translates to a 72c per hour increase over the previous Award rate. The new Rates do not take effect until 1 December 2006.Remember that a 20% loading applies for Casual Staff.For information about WorkChoices, visit the WorkChoices website.