Minimum hours settings - Frequently asked questions
As of 14 October 2025, the requirement for Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme employers to offer workers a minimum of 120 hours of work reconciled over 4 weeks has been made ongoing by the Australian Government.
This decision follows a careful review and extensive stakeholder consultation and reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening the PALM scheme settings.
This document answers frequently asked questions about the settings.