9 July 2025
HarassmentFair WorkBenefitsThe income and compensation caps for unfair dismissal claims lodged with the Fair Work Commission increased from 1 July 2025.
The high-income threshold for unfair dismissal applications rose from $175,000 to $183,100, while the maximum compensation increased from $87,500 to $91,550 for post-July 1 dismissal claims. An employee covered by a modern award, such as an employee pharmacist under the Pharmacy Industry Award 2020, is not excluded from making an unfair dismissal application, even if their salary is above the threshold.
The filing fee for unfair dismissal, general protections and anti-bullying/sexual harassment applications made under the Fair Work Act 2009 (FW Act) increased from $87.20 to $89.70.
There is no fee for sexual harassment dispute applications made under section 527F of the FW Act.
Employer super contributions rose from 11.5% to 12% for wages paid on or after July 1, regardless of what period the pay is for. More information is available on the ATO website.
The Australian Government’s Parental Leave Pay increased to 24 Weeks (based on a 5 day week) for births/adoptions on or after 1 July 2025. Employees must apply to Services Australia for that benefit, see here. It is paid by Services Australia at the weekly rate of the national minimum wage, $948.10 for 2025/26. Note, whether an employee is entitled to Unpaid Parental Leave from work under the National Employment Standards is a different matter, see the Guild guidance here.
If you have any questions or need advice or assistance, please contact the Guild’s Workplace Relations advisors to discuss your situation.
Note: different arrangements may apply for pharmacy employees in the WA state industrial relations system, pharmacies should contact the WA Branch or visit the State specific information WA Workplace Relations page