Version
2026
Original Published Date
Status
Current
Tax Category
Payroll
Resource Type
Statement of formula / rates and thresholds
Description
The Protected Earnings Amount (PEA) is the part of an employee’s or contractor’s wages that are exempt from child support deductions. The PEA doesn’t apply to garnishee notices requesting deductions under section 72A of the Child Support (Registration and Collection) Act 1988.
The PEA is adjusted on 1 January each year to allow for increases in the cost of living.
The adjusted rates apply from 1 January 2026.
Note: Prior year Services Australia – Protected Earnings Amounts are also available in the DSP hub in Online services for DSPs.
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