Delivery drivers to be paid minimum $31.30 an hour across Australia in ‘world-leading’ decision

Fair Work Commission issues a new minimum standards order for gig workers to come into effect 17 August

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Delivery drivers in Australia will be paid a minimum rate of $31.30 (US $22.05/£16.35) an hour and insured for injuries on the job under a landmark agreement approved by the industrial umpire that could set a precedent in other countries.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) on Tuesday issued a new minimum standards order for gig workers who perform on-demand delivery of food, drinks, or groceries, and the operators of the digital platforms who engage their services.