Storage & Wholesale Award Allowances 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000084
Allowances under the Storage & Wholesale 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cold work allowance (15.6°C to -18.9°C) | $1.07 per hour | If you are required to work in refrigerated areas at temperatures from 15.6°C (4°F) down to -18.9°C (-2°F), you receive an additional allowance per hour. |
| Cold work allowance (-18.9°C to -23.3°C) | $1.61 per hour | If you are required to work in temperatures below -18.9°C (-2°F) and down to -23.3°C (-10°F), you receive an increased allowance per hour. |
| Cold work allowance (below -23.3°C) | $2.15 per hour | If you are required to work in temperatures below -23.3°C (-10°F), you receive the highest cold work allowance per hour. |
| First aid allowance | $16.11 per week | If you hold a current first aid certificate and are appointed as first aid officer, you receive a weekly first aid allowance. |
| Meal allowance (overtime) | $21.44 per meal | If you are required to work overtime without being given prior notice, you are entitled to a meal allowance. Not payable to casual employees. |
| Protective clothing/footwear reimbursement | $0.00 | If you are required to wear protective clothing or footwear for your work and must purchase it yourself, your employer must reimburse the reasonable cost. |
| Vehicle / travel allowance (different location) | $0.00 | If you are required to work at a different location than usual, you are entitled to reimbursement of additional fares and, on Monday to Saturday, additional travel time at your minimum hourly rate. |
See also: Pay rates | Allowances & loadings guide
Source: Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000084, effective 1 July 2025.
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