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From 1 April 2008 there are three minimum wage rates – find out what you're entitled to.
What do employers have to pay?
By law, employers must pay at least the minimum wage -
even if you're paid by commission or by piece rate
(e.g. you get so many cents a kilogram for the fruit you pick).
The minimum wage applies to all workers aged 16 years or older,
including home workers, casuals, temporary and part-time workers.
What is the minimum wage rate?
From 1 April 2008 the minimum wage for employees aged 16 years and over is $12.00 an hour before tax. That's $96 for an eight hour day, or $480 for a 40 hour week.
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What is the minimum youth rate?
From 1 April 2008, there is no longer a minimum wage for youth.
Instead there is a 'new entrants' minimum wage.
The new entrants minimum wage is $9.60 an hour before tax.
The new entrants minimum wage will apply to some 16 and 17 year old workers.
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What is the minimum training wage?
The minimum training wage applies if you're doing recognised industry training involving at least 60 credits a year. From 1 April 2008, the minimum training wage is $9.60 an hour before tax.
What about holiday pay?
Holiday pay must be paid in addition to the minimum wage.
If you receive 'pay-as-you-go' holiday pay, this payment must be a separate and identifiable part of your pay.
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What if I get paid less than the minimum?
If you're being paid less than the minimum wage, you can complain to a Labour Inspector,
who may investigate and act to recover any money owed. You can also get help from a Department of Labour mediator.
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What about workers with disabilities?
Disabled workers must be paid at least the minimum wage,
unless the employer has a minimum wage exemption permit.
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