Quick answer
Working holiday makers pay 15% tax on the first $45,000 they earn, need a free Tax File Number from the ATO, get 12% super on top of their wages, and must be paid at least the minimum award rate. From 1 July 2026 the national minimum wage is $26.44 an hour.
Last checked: 25 October 2026
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Official sources: ATO: working holiday maker tax ยท Fair Work Ombudsman. Rules change, so always check the official source before you apply or sign anything.
