Black Coal Mining Award Allowances 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000006
Allowances under the Black Coal Mining Award are extra payments for specific conditions, skills, or expenses. They are one of the most commonly missed entitlements after penalty rates.
Current allowances
| Allowance | Amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Meal allowance (overtime) | $20.96 per meal | If you work overtime for more than 2 hours and your employer did not give you notice the day before, you are entitled to a meal allowance of $20.96. |
See also: Pay rates | Allowances & loadings guide
Source: Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000006, effective 1 July 2025.
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