Real wages finally rise, but at what cost to small business?

By Yajush Gupta · 4 June 2025 · News

Real wages finally rise, but at what cost to small business?

Wage Rise Looms: Will Small Businesses Pay the Price?

A 3.5% wage increase is on the horizon, but experts warn that Australia's small businesses may struggle to keep up. Can they find a way to balance the books without sacrificing jobs?

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Summary

A 3.5% wage rise is coming: good news for workers, but can Australia's small businesses survive the added pressure?