Public servants offered 10 per cent pay hike
A pay offer of 10.5 per cent over three years has been made to federal public servants – the biggest rise for more than 10 years.
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Chief negotiator Peter Riordan on Tuesday released the federal government’s pay offer for Australian Public Service employees.
The full breakdown includes four per cent in the first year, 3.5 per cent in the second year and three per cent in the third year.
“The Australian government is committed to providing APS employees with fair and equitable conditions of employment through genuine APS bargaining,” a statement said.
“In addition to negotiating a set of common terms and conditions, we are also seeking to provide a fair and affordable pay rise for APS employees.
“At the end of this process, APS employees can expect a package of pay and common conditions that better position the APS as a model employer and employer of choice.”
The date of effect for any agreed pay increase remains a matter for bargaining.
Recent wage outcomes across the country, economic indicators, the current labour market and budgetary considerations were factors in the decision.
Treasury forecasts inflation will decline to 3.25 per cent in 2024/25 and reach 2.5 per cent by 2026/27.
-with AAP
