# Australia’s Minimum Wage Just Rose

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Podcast: [Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/australia-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569932)
Published: 2026-06-02T05:29:44+00:00
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Australia’s minimum wage just got a major boost—up 6% to $26.44 an hour, lifting weekly pay for 100,000 low-income workers over $1,000 for the first time. Nearly 3 million award workers also see a 4.75% raise. The Fair Work Commission justified the move amid rising inflation and global economic uncertainty, while unions hailed it as vital for struggling workers. But business groups and economists warn it could fuel inflation, push interest rates higher, and strain the economy. The decision sets off ripple effects across sectors, sparking debate over whether this wage growth is sustainable—or a necessary step toward fairness. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e4e2f55327fb59dc

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