NSW health workers to get 8.5% pay rise under government deal

The increase is 4% plus 0.5% in superannuation from 1 July, and 4% from 1 July 2026.

The Australian government has finalised a deal with the Health Services Union (HSU) to provide an 8.5% pay increase over two years for over 50,000 health workers across New South Wales (NSW).

The pay increase is 4% plus 0.5% in superannuation from 1 July, and 4% from 1 July 2026.

The agreement covers a range of NSW Health staff, including allied health workers, hospital cleaners, scientists, security officers, and patient transport officers.

In addition, the government and HSU will continue working together to modernise, consolidate, and streamline over 50 existing industrial awards.