What is a livable wage in Australia?

In Australia, a Living Wage is $25 per hour. We believe every worker deserves at least $25 per hour before any penalty rates or casual loading. Every worker deserves a Living Wage.

Who are minimum wage jobs meant for?

The purpose of the minimum wage was to stabilize the post-depression economy and protect the workers in the labor force. The minimum wage was designed to create a minimum standard of living to protect the health and well-being of employees.

What is the difference between the minimum wage and the living wage?

The NLW is calculated by the Government based on a proportion of the median level of earnings, whereas the Living Wage is calculated independently of Government and is based on the amount people actually need to get by.

What is Australia’s minimum wage 2020?

Australian minimum wage rates since 2007

Commencement Date	Per hour	Per 38 hour week
1 July 2017	$18.29	$694.90
1 July 2018	$18.93	$719.20
1 July 2019	$19.49	$740.80
1 July 2020	$19.84	$753.80

How is the minimum wage calculated?

The minimum wage is an amount set by law, whereas the living wage is determined by average costs to live. The amount needed to provide a living wage depends on what is included in the calculation. The amount set by lawmakers for the minimum wage must take into account the needs of businesses as well as workers.

Is living wage mandatory?

It’s a minimum by law that all employers have to pay to employees over 25 years of age. There is one rate for the whole country with no allowance for the higher costs of living in the capital. The Real Living Wage is independently calculated, voluntary and based on the cost of living.

Can I buy a house in Australia?

Any non-resident wanting to buy a residential house, apartment or block of land in Australia must satisfy the rules laid out by the FIRB. Anyone non-resident or temporary resident who buys real estate in Australia without FIRB approval could be subject to a fine up to AUD$157,500 and three years in prison.