
Australia announces fourth increase in aged care award wages
Registered nurses on level 2 will receive an additional $39.84 (A$60.20) per week.
The Australian Government has announced a fourth increase in award wages for aged care workers.
Registered nurses on level 2, pay point 3 of the award, will receive an additional $39.84 (A$60.20) per week.
Meanwhile, enrolled nurses on level 2 will see an increase of $41.30 (A$62.40) per week.
Personal care workers on level 3 will gain $26.14 (A$39.50) per week.
A further increase for registered and enrolled nurses is scheduled to take effect on 1 August 2026.
A$1 = $0.66