The national minimum wage from 1 July 2025 for the 2025-26 year is **$24.95 per hour**.

Working:
- The Fair Work Commission's Annual Wage Review 2024-25 decision increased the national minimum wage by 3.5%, effective from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2025.
- This lifted the rate from $24.10 per hour (2024-25) to **$24.95 per hour** (equivalent to $948.00 per 38-hour week).
- This is the base rate for an adult employee not covered by an award or registered agreement, before any casual loading.

The body that sets the national minimum wage each year is the **Fair Work Commission** (through its Expert Panel for annual wage reviews).