Pastoral Award update

Please note that the information provided below is relevant as of 07/03/16. To receive news on the latest legislative changes, sign up for our Free Monthly Newsletter.

A number of amendments have been made to the Pastoral Award, which will come into effect from the first full pay period starting on or after 15 February 2016.

• Clause 45.2(d) confirms special crutching rates are calculated by reference to the rates in clause 45.2(a)

• The definition of broadacre field crops in clause 3.1 has been amended to include more generic definitions of crops, which is more reflective of current farming practices

• Clause 45.8(f) has been amended to reflect the fact that the woolclassers allowances formula contained in it is applicable to woolclassers whether or not they are remunerated by piecework

If you are under the Pastoral Award and have questions in relation to these changes, please call Employsure on 1300 651 415. Click here to read the full award.

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