On August 28, the Australian Government issued an updated reminder that international students are also covered by Australian workplace laws and minimum wages while working legally in Australia. From 1 July 2026 Austral Minimum Wage has been raised to AUD 26.44 per hour 38 hours per week AUD 1,004.90。
This information is particularly important for students who are preparing to study in Australia and plan to pay a part of their living expenses for legal work. Actual wages may still be higher than the national minimum wage by industry, position, applicable award, working hours and conditions of employment.
There is also a new minimum remuneration guarantee for the delivery platform
At the same time, it is clear that there have been many cases of violence in the country. 17 August 2026 From now on, eligible food and groceries couriers (on-demand food and grocer) apply the new minimum standards, of which the minimum remuneration comes from AUD 31.30 an hour engaged time Start.
This does not mean that all platform hours are calculated on the basis of AUD 31.30; Students should still confirm whether they are covered by the regulations, as well as the actual definition of engaged time and platform pay.
International students also enjoy Australian labor rights.
A student ' s visa does not mean that a salary below the statutory standard is accepted. International students are subject to Australian workplace law on the same basis as other eligible workers.
If an employer asks for an unreasonable low salary on the grounds of “student”, “cash work” or other grounds, the student must first confirm the applicable minimum salary and working conditions. The Australian Government also recommends that students maintain working hours, payroll and work records for verification in the event of a dispute.
Meaning for Taiwan students
School fees and accommodation, transportation and catering costs in Australia should still be fully planned before departure, and income from work cannot be used as the main source of payment for the full cost of study. However, with the increase in the minimum wage, legal part-time work does have a more complementary effect on the daily living budget of some students.
Students wishing to travel to Australia in 2027, in addition to comparing university rankings and tuition fees, can also include the cost of living, legal work opportunities, student visa hours and minimum pay in the financial planning for study abroad.
