Goal

Increased work opportunities for all Tasmanians

Indicator - 9.2.4.

Pay equity between men and women in Tasmania

Measure of Progress - 9.2.4.1.

Pay equity between men and women in Tasmania

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Baseline Measurement

The trend estimate in February 2001 of the average weekly earnings of adult non-managerial female employees for full-time work paid at ordinary-hours rates in Tasmania workplaces was $676.30. This was 86.23% of the average ($784.20) for males.

Where does this information come from?

ABS Cat. 6302.0

Why do we use this Measure?

The difference in earnings between males and females is a reflection of inequality in the workplace

Explanation of measure

The measures are trend estimates from an employer payroll survey conducted by the ABS. They are estimates of the average weekly earnings of adult non-managerial employees for full-time work paid at ordinary-hours rates. The average for female employees is expressed as a proportion of the male average.

Tasmania Together Targets

Year	Target
2005	90%
2010	95%
2015	100%
2020	Maintain