What this determination covers
The Remuneration Tribunal issued a new determination dated 25 August 2026 that sets the pay and allowances for Members of Parliament.
Entitlements covered
The determination covers the following items:
- Base salaries
- Electorate allowances
- Office holder salaries, including Shadow Ministers
- Private plated vehicles and vehicle allowances
- Internet and telephone services
- Travel allowances
- Post-parliamentary travel
- Resettlement allowances
- Deceased member allowances
- Portions of salary excluded from superannuation calculations
Previous determination repealed
This determination repeals and replaces the Remuneration Tribunal (Members of Parliament) Determination 2024.
Administering framework
This determination is administered by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet under the Parliamentary Business Resources Act 2017.
Impact on small businesses
This determination sets MP pay and entitlements only. It has no direct impact on small business owners or their obligations.
Full text
The full determination is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01115.
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