Your gross hourly pay rate.
| Day | Hours | Break (min) | Net Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 7.5 | ||
| Tue | 7.5 | ||
| Wed | 7.5 | ||
| Thu | 7.5 | ||
| Fri | 7.5 | ||
| Sat | 0.0 | ||
| Sun | 0.0 |
Under the Fair Work Act, the standard full-time working week in Australia is 38 hours. Overtime is typically paid at 1.5× for the first 2 hours and 2× thereafter, depending on your award or agreement.
Gross Weekly Pay
$1,125.00
Under the Fair Work Act, the standard full-time week is 38 hours. Overtime is typically paid at 1.5× for the first 2 hours and 2× thereafter.
Everything you need to know about using the time card calculator
How does the time card calculator work?
Enter your hourly rate and your daily working hours along with any break time for each day of the week. The calculator subtracts break time from hours worked to give you net billable hours per day, then totals everything to show your gross weekly pay and an estimated monthly figure (weekly pay × 52 ÷ 12). Hours beyond 38 per week are flagged as overtime.
What are the overtime rules in Australia?
Under the Fair Work Act 2009, the standard full-time working week in Australia is 38 hours. Hours worked beyond this threshold are generally considered overtime. Most modern awards and enterprise agreements require overtime to be paid at 1.5× (time and a half) for the first 2–3 hours and 2× (double time) thereafter. The exact rates depend on your applicable award, enterprise agreement, or employment contract. This calculator flags overtime hours for awareness purposes.
How are breaks handled?
Break time in minutes is subtracted from your hours worked to give net billable hours for each day. For example, if you work 8 hours and take a 30-minute break, your net hours are 7.5. Under the Fair Work Act, full-time employees working more than 5 hours are generally entitled to an unpaid meal break of at least 30 minutes, though specific entitlements may vary by award.
How is monthly pay calculated?
Monthly pay is estimated by multiplying your gross weekly pay by 52 (weeks per year) and dividing by 12 (months per year). This gives an average monthly figure that accounts for the fact that most months contain slightly more than 4 weeks. It is an estimate — your actual monthly pay may vary depending on the number of working days in each calendar month.
Fair Work Aligned: Based on Fair Work Act standards for 2025/26. This calculator provides estimates only — refer to Fair Work Australia for official guidance on overtime and working time.
How to track hours, calculate pay, and understand your rights under the Fair Work Act
Why do you need a time card?
A time card records the hours you work each day, including start and finish times and any breaks. Under the Fair Work Act, employers must keep accurate records of hours worked for at least seven years. Time cards help ensure you are paid correctly, including overtime and penalty rates. If there is ever a dispute about your pay, your time records are key evidence. Many businesses now use digital time-tracking apps instead of paper cards.
What are the standard working hours in Australia?
Under the National Employment Standards, a full-time employee works a maximum of 38 ordinary hours per week, plus reasonable additional hours. Part-time employees work fewer than 38 hours with set patterns. The 38 hours can be averaged over a period (for example, 76 hours per fortnight). How the hours are spread across the week depends on your award, enterprise agreement, or employment contract.
How is overtime calculated?
Overtime is any hours worked beyond your ordinary hours. Most awards pay overtime at 150% (time-and-a-half) for the first two or three hours and 200% (double time) after that. For example, if your ordinary rate is A$30 per hour, overtime at time-and-a-half is A$45, and double time is A$60. Some salaried employees have overtime built into their salary package (called an annualised salary arrangement).
What are penalty rates?
Penalty rates are extra pay for working outside normal hours — evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Saturday work is typically paid at 125% to 150%. Sunday rates are usually 150% to 200%. Public holidays attract 200% to 250%. The exact rates depend on your award or agreement. For a base rate of A$25 per hour, a public holiday shift at 250% pays A$62.50 per hour. Check your specific award for the correct rates.
What breaks are you entitled to?
Most awards require a 30-minute unpaid meal break after 5 hours of work. Some awards also provide a 10-minute paid rest break every 4 hours. If you work through your meal break at your employer's request, it should be paid. Break entitlements vary by award, so check yours. If you work more than 10 hours, you are generally entitled to a second meal break. Breaks are not counted as hours worked unless they are paid breaks.
How do you calculate weekly pay from a time card?
Add up your total hours for the week, separating ordinary hours from overtime. Multiply ordinary hours by your base rate. Multiply overtime hours by the appropriate penalty rate. Add any weekend or public holiday penalty payments. For example: 38 ordinary hours at A$28 (A$1,064) plus 4 hours overtime at A$42 (A$168) equals A$1,232 gross for the week. Your employer then deducts PAYG tax and super is added on top.
What is the minimum wage in Australia?
The national minimum wage from 1 July 2024 is A$24.10 per hour or A$915.90 per week for a full-time employee. However, most employees are covered by an award that sets a higher minimum rate for their industry. For example, a Level 1 retail worker earns about A$25.44 per hour. Casual employees get an additional 25% casual loading on top of the minimum rate to compensate for not receiving leave entitlements.
ATO-Aligned: Based on 2024-25 ATO rates and thresholds. For personal advice, speak to a qualified tax agent.
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