Minimum pay rate for part time workers in Australia?

Question

What's the minimum hourly pay rate for 17's or 18's in Australia? (part-time, usual fast-food/restaurant/cafe type of jobs)

Help anyone?

Answer 1

My 17 yr old son was on $10 at Coles, but he was classed as 'casual' worker, and they pay a bit more than 'part time'.

Take a look at http://www.thesource.gov.au

A great site based for young people. 12 - 25 yrs old about jobs  

These sites cover all you need to know about jobs, wages and employment conditions.

http://workplace.gov.au

http://www.wagenet.gov.au

http://www.wageline.com.au

Your Rights at Work: Minimum Wage

http://www.rightsatwork.com.au/thefacts/...

Not sure what state you are in but Queensland minimum wage info is http://www.wageline.qld.gov.au/awardsonl...

If you are not in Qld - google (state) minimum wage

Answer 2

I used to get around $8.50- $9.00 was a couple of years ago... (just a couple) but with howard stuffing everything up I dont imagine it would have changed much