As per the Stipends Ordinance 1980, in December, Diocesan Council determines the base stipend and allowances for the following year.
Attached below is the most recent official notification of the base stipend and allowances for issued by the Registrar & Secretary of Synod, as approved by Diocesan Council. It should be noted that the base stipend is established as a minimum. Churches and other ministries may choose to pay above the base stipend in recognition of greater responsibility, higher qualifications, and required competency for certain positions.
A Housing Allowance is also determined annually and must be provided to clergy who do not have housing provided. Parishes will continue to provide a travel allowance, and costs associated with rectory energy and utilities, in accordance with the Parochial Administration Ordinance 1985 section 29(a).
Base Annual Stipend Package from 1 January 2026 (effective first pay period in 2026):
| Clergy* Stipend | Superannuation | Travel | Long Service Leave | Housing | Utilities & Communication allowance | |
| Base Stipend^ |
$71,608 |
$12,889 |
$9,504 + $0.43c/km |
$1,812 |
$35,391 p.a. * |
$3,287 |
^ Minimum stipend for Parish Priest or equivalent.
*Payable only when housing is not provided. 75% ($26,543 p.a. per annum) where clergy elect not to occupy the housing provided.
