11 Australian public servants earned over $1m last year, one paid $1.5m
Nearly a dozen Australian federal public servants earned more than $1m last year, with one paid $1.5m.
Figures released after a Senate question from the Greens reveal that 11 federal public servants earned more than $1m last year. One received a total package worth $1.5m, more than double Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's base pay.
A Greens senator submitted this question in parliament. It shows the scale of pay at Australia's top public service roles.
The pay gap raises questions about public service pay and how it compares to what political leaders earn.
- 11
- Public servants earning over $1m
- $1.5m
- Highest individual package
- More than double
- Comparison to PM's base pay
Why it mattersThe figures highlight the cost of Australia's top administrative roles and raise questions about whether public service pay reflects value for taxpayer money.
AustraliaAustralian taxpayers fund these salaries through federal budgets. The comparison to the PM's pay raises debate about whether public sector wages are justified.
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