Many WA awards require employees to be paid a location allowance when employed in certain regional towns.
Location allowances have just been increased by the 2026 Location Allowance General Order, and new rates take effect from the beginning of the first pay period that starts on or after 1 July 2026.
This year, the towns of Coral Bay and Point Samson have been added to the list of regional locations in which state system employees must receive a location allowance.
The new rates for each town and a list of the relevant WA awards are available on the Location allowance for employees in regional areas page.
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