The seasonally adjusted Wage Price Index (WPI) rose 0.8% this quarter. • Over the twelve months to the June 2025 quarter, the WPI rose 3.4%. • The private sector rose 0.8% and the public sector rose 1.0%, seasonally adjusted, over the quarter. • In original terms, the largest industry contributors to quarterly wages growth were Professional, scientific and technical services (+0.9%) and Public administration and safety (+1.1%). {tables} Seasonally adjusted, the WPI rose 0.8% this quarter. Private sector wages rose 0.8% and were the main contributor to growth, while public sector wages rose 1.0%. Annual wage growth ... (full story)