Australia's Fair Work Commission has mandated a new pay floor for gig economy delivery workers, establishing a benchmark that labour advocates say could influence policy globally.
The industrial regulator's decision applies to drivers delivering food, beverages, and groceries through digital platforms. Under the ruling, which takes effect August 17, workers must receive at least $31.30 Australian dollars per hour—equivalent to approximately $22 USD.
The order also requires delivery platforms to provide injury insurance coverage for workers engaged through their services, addressing a significant gap in protections for gig economy participants.
Supporters of the measure characterize it as a watershed moment for worker protections in the rapidly expanding delivery sector, which has grown substantially in recent years. The decision represents one of the most comprehensive regulatory frameworks for gig workers among developed economies.
The Fair Work Commission's ruling establishes both wage minimums and safety protections that digital platform operators must comply with when engaging delivery workers across the country.
Reporting based on Guardian Biz.
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