Blog - March 2026

  • Childcare Pay Rates 2026

    Posted on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 — No comments

    Childcare pay rates 2026 In response to a long-standing gender-based undervaluation of the sector, minimum pay rates for childcare workers covered by the Children’s Service Award 2010 increased in March 2026, with a further rise scheduled for 30 June 2026. These childcare pay rate increases also coincide with the introduction of a new tiered system, replacing the previous pay structure. The new ...

  • Childcare Cook Pay Rates 2026

    Posted on Monday, March 30, 2026 — No comments

    Childcare cook pay rates in Australia in 2026 From 1 March 2026, changes to the Children’s Services Award 2010 came into effect, directly impacting childcare cook pay rates. These updates have lifted wages across the sector, marking a noticeable increase from the 2025 childcare salary guidelines . As part of the adjustment, a 5% increase in minimum award wages was introduced, with a further 5% ...