Water Industry Award Allowances 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000113
Allowances under the Water Industry 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 >2 hours) | $23.60 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 $23.60. |
| Meal allowance (each further 4 hours OT) | $14.98 per meal | If you continue to work overtime for each further 4 hours after the initial 2 hours, you are entitled to an additional meal allowance of $14.98. |
| Tool allowance | $22.25 per week | If you are a tradesperson required to supply and maintain your own tools, you are entitled to a tool allowance of $22.25 per week. |
| Vehicle allowance (car) | $0.99 per km | If you are required to use your own car for work purposes, you are entitled to $0.99 per kilometre. |
| Vehicle allowance (motorcycle) | $0.33 per km | If you are required to use your own motorcycle for work purposes, you are entitled to $0.33 per kilometre. |
See also: Pay rates | Allowances & loadings guide
Source: Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000113, effective 1 July 2025.
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