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Commercial Sales Award Allowances 2025–26

Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000083

Allowances under the Commercial Sales Award are extra payments for specific conditions, skills, or expenses. They are one of the most commonly missed entitlements after penalty rates.

Current allowances

AllowanceAmountWhen it applies
Vehicle allowance (car)$0.98 per kmIf you are required to use your own car for work purposes, you are entitled to $0.98 per kilometre driven.
Vehicle allowance (motorcycle)$0.33 per kmIf you are required to use your own motorcycle for work purposes, you are entitled to $0.33 per kilometre driven.
Living away from home allowance$81.59 per weekIf you are required to live away from your usual home because of work, you are entitled to $81.59 per week to cover your additional living expenses.
Weekend away from home allowance$64.80 per weekendIf you are required to be away from home over a weekend because of work, you are entitled to $64.80 per weekend.

See also: Pay rates | Allowances & loadings guide

Source: Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000083, effective 1 July 2025.

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