The Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission issued a General Order which increased the casual loading to 25% for all private sector and local government awards that previously had a casual loading below 25%. This change was effective from 26 April 2025.
View the Wageline WA award summaries with the new casual pay rates incorporating the 25% casual loading.
Visit Increase to casual pay rates for many WA awards for more information, including a complete list of WA awards impacted by the increase in casual loading.