Sam Mostyn

Incoming Governor-General Sparks Controversy with Massive Pay Rise

Is the incoming governor-general's pay rise 'indefensible'? Find out the latest on Sam Mostyn's salary increase and the uproar it has caused!

Incoming governor-general, Sam Mostyn, is at the center of a heated debate over her substantial pay rise of $214,000, sparking controversy and public outrage. The comparison to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's annual salary of $607,471 has further fueled the debate, especially considering the proposed 43% increase in Mostyn's salary by the Albanese government.

Labor's stance on Mostyn's salary increase has been critical, with concerns raised about the fairness and justification of such a significant raise. The bill seeking to raise Mostyn's salary to align with the chief justice of the high court's estimated average salary has faced backlash and opposition, adding fuel to the ongoing controversy.

On Monday, June 24, Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister, Pat Gorman, tabled legislation in the House of Representatives, further intensifying the discussion around Mostyn's pay rise. The radio interview on ABC Radio Canberra shed light on the political implications and public sentiment regarding the governor-general's increased salary.

The decision to grant the incoming governor-general a $200,000 pay rise amidst a cost-of-living crisis has drawn sharp criticism for Anthony Albanese, highlighting the broader economic and social implications of such a significant increase in public service salaries.

In a surprising turn of events, Labor's perception of Samantha Mostyn as the 'very last governor-general' Australia will have raises intriguing questions about the future of this prestigious role. Additionally, the issue of executive salaries in comparison to public sector wages remains a contentious topic likely to provoke ongoing debate and scrutiny.