Different rates are used to calculate overtime and penalty rates for casuals.

Overtime

Overtime rates are calculated on the ordinary hourly rate.

The ordinary hourly rate is made up of:

• the minimum hourly rate
• any applicable all purpose allowances.

The overtime rates for casuals include the 25% casual loading.

Penalty rates

Penalty rates are calculated on the casual ordinary hourly rate.

The casual ordinary hourly rate is made up of:

• the ordinary hourly rate
• the 25% casual loading.

The casual loading is calculated on the ordinary hourly rate.