Sunshine Coast Council - 2026 Enterprise Bargaining
30/04/2026
Sunshine Coast have modified their proposed Certified Agreement to be a two year term with a wage increase of 7.50% plus a one-off payment: Sunshine Coast Council bargaining update #6.- 2026: 4.00% +$1,000 (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- 2027: 3.50%
The page will be updated with any changes to the wage increases as negotiations progress. Please Contact us if you would like to provide any information.
Wage Increases
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Data Notes and Methodology
| Fin. Year | Agreement Certified | Wage Increase | Effective | CPI Period | Actual CPI | Actual Increase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | Yes - 14/02/2024 | 4.00% | 01/07/2025 | 4.00% | ||
| 2026-27 | 4.00% +$1,000 (Proposed) | 01/07/2026 | ||||
| 2027-28 | 3.50% (Proposed) | 01/07/2027 |
- The Certified Agreements for Sunshine Coast can be found on the website of the QIRC: Local Government Agreements
- 2026 Enterprise Bargaining proposed wage increases from The Services Union : Sunshine Coast Council bargaining update #6